Jean Paul Gaultier 2021 EDT

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Le Male On Board

by Christophe Raynaud

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Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male On Board is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Christophe Raynaud. Le Male On Board opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Geranium and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of Amber. Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Male On Board carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A broadly agreeable, mass-appealing warm-weather Le Male flanker. It's often hailed as a compliment-getter and a foolproof choice, though some find it a bit too generic or a repackaging of previous releases. Expect a lovely, easy-to-wear scent, just don't expect anything groundbreaking.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Relaxed
  • Playful
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Le Male On Board Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Tonka Bean55%
Geranium45%
Baseas listed
Amber100%

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
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
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

This fragrance is well-suited for casual and office wear due to its fresh, mass-appealing nature and moderate projection. While generally pleasant for dates, its slightly softer sillage and fresh profile might make it less impactful for formal events. It receives high scores for versatility in reviews, with many noting its suitability for spring and summer daytime wear.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

About

Le Male On Board opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot, clean and invigorating. This quickly blends into a heart where a fresh, subtly rosy geranium note softens the initial citrus. Tonka bean emerges, weaving a creamy, sweet warmth through the core, hinting at the classic Le Male DNA without being overpowering. As it dries, a soft amber undertone rounds out the base, providing a smooth finish. It's a fresh spicy aromatic blend that moves from sunny to gently sweet, maintaining an inviting and breezy feel throughout.

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