Jean Paul Gaultier 2012 EDT

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Le Male Summer 2012

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Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Summer 2012 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012. Le Male Summer 2012 opens with Lavender, Cardamom, and Mint, settles into a heart of Green Notes and Grass, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Male Summer 2012 carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A divisive summer flanker that some swear is identical to the original Le Male, while others praise its unique minty twist. Prepare for an uplifting, fresh green blast, but don't expect it to cling around all day.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Uplifting
  • Calm
  • Soft
  • Classic
Le Male Summer 2012 Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Green Notes49%

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, green, and aromatic profile makes it ideal for casual wear and sport, offering an uplifting, refreshing feel. However, its often-criticised light performance and projection mean it's less suited for formal events or demanding office settings where longevity is key.

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

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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 Summer 2012 kicks off with a spirited, verdant burst of mint and grassy notes, softened by the familiar comfort of lavender and a hint of spicy cardamom. As it settles, the freshness gives way to a creamy vanilla and musk base, underscored by warm sandalwood, keeping it light and approachable. It's a brighter, breezier take on the classic.

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