Indult 2006 EDP

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Manakara

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Indult Manakara is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Manakara opens with Litchi, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Vanilla, Raspberry, and Coconut. Indult's Manakara carries a Statement verdict, a rose-led wear.

Manakara is a divisive one. For some, it's a beautifully sweet candied rose and lychee delight, creamy and refined with hints of custard and berries. For others, it's a synthetic, cloying mess of hairspray or even dreaded dentist-office vibes. Performance is the biggest sticking point; it's generally adored for its scent but widely criticised for its poor longevity.
  • Playful
  • Sweet
  • Feminine
  • Juicy
  • Romantic
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Manakara Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Rose
100%
Fruity
90%
Tropical
81%
Fresh
64%
Floral
51%
Aquatic
47%

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Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its intimate projection and short longevity make it suitable for casual wear or close-quarters dates where subtlety is key. The sweet, fruity-floral profile isn't formal at all, and its poor performance limits its use for anything requiring sustained sillage.

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About

Imagine a vibrant, syrupy confiture of pink and red roses intertwined with the exotic, juicy sweetness of lychee. This isn't your grandad's rose-garden scent; it's a playful, gourmand-leaning floral, often backed by creamy vanilla custard and a suggestion of tropical fruits or candied berries. It's a sweet, mouth-watering concoction that toes the line between alluring and overly saccharine, with a soft, musky finish for those lucky enough to detect it.

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