Hormone Paris 2023 Edp

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Gaba

Hormone Paris Gaba is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Gaba opens with Orange, Mandarin, and Lavender, settles into a heart of Osmanthus and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Akigalawood, Musk, and Ambroxan. Hormone Paris's Gaba carries an Acquired verdict, a citrus-led wear.

This Ganymede-adjacent powerhouse has sparked debate, but Gaba manages to pull off that metallic ambroxan DNA with a welcome twist of warmth. It's a polarizing scent, but if you're into beast-mode performance and a modern edge, you'll love it.
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Energetic
  • Fresh
Gaba Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20%
Floral 27%
Fruity 12%
Green 3%
Sweet 18%
Warm 7%
Woody 14%
Earthy 3%
Animalic 13%
Fresh 20%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its nuclear performance and strong sillage, as noted by reviewers, make it potentially overwhelming for a close-quarters office setting. However, its modern, compliment-getting appeal and versatile accord profile make it suitable for dates and casual outings, while still having enough presence for less stuffy formal events.

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About

Gaba opens with a bright, uplifting burst of mandarin and orange, swiftly joined by a calming lavender. This fresh citrus and aromatic blend soon deepens with the soft, fruity-floral elegance of osmanthus and jasmine, adding a more approachable character. The base is where it gets truly modern and impactful: a clean musk combines with the mineral, slightly metallic edge of ambroxan and akigalawood, crafting a long-lasting, textured finish that's both airy and grounded.