Heretic Parfum 2021 EDP

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Dirty Coconut

by Douglas Little

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Heretic Parfum Dirty Coconut is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Douglas Little. Dirty Coconut opens with Cedar and Vanillin, settles into a heart of Coconut, and dries down to a base of Vanilla Absolute, Sandalwood, and Ambretone. Heretic Parfum's Dirty Coconut carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some reckon it's the holy grail of realistic coconut, all husk and creamy goodness. Others? Pure synthetic disappointment, like cheap air freshener or plastic doll heads. You'll either adore its unique, non-beachy vibe or be utterly underwhelmed by its fleeting presence and eye-watering price tag.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Sweet
  • Gourmand
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Dirty Coconut Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Vanillin57%
Cedar43%
Heartas listed
Coconut66%
Baseas listed
Vanilla Absolute38%
Sandalwood32%
Ambretone30%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its intimate sillage and moderate longevity make it suitable for close-quarters like office and dates, as it won't overpower. The unique, non-beachy coconut profile leans well into casual settings, though its lack of projection and sweetness makes it less fitting for formal events or energetic sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Heretic Parfum says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Cracking open with a curious blend of vanillin and cedar, Dirty Coconut quickly dives into a surprisingly authentic, almost raw coconut heart. Forget the usual sunscreen-sweetness; this is more about the fibrous husk and milky flesh. As it settles, a warm, creamy vanilla absolute emerges, intertwined with soft sandalwood and a subtle ambretone hum, creating a 'dirty' yet comforting skin scent that's more woody gourmand than tropical cliché.

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