Jean Paul Gaultier 2008 EDT

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Monsieur Eau du Matin

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Jean Paul Gaultier Monsieur Eau du Matin is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Monsieur Eau du Matin opens with Citrus and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Spicy Notes and Petitgrain, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Guaiac Wood. Jean Paul Gaultier's Monsieur Eau du Matin carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a divisive affair. Despite smelling great and being championed by some as a fresh, clean must-have, its abysmal performance and accusations of being a watered-down copycat leave many feeling short-changed. Don't expect it to stick around for long.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Soft
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Monsieur Eau du Matin Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Citrus53%
Bergamot47%
Heartas listed
Petitgrain59%
Spicy Notes41%
Baseas listed
Cedar56%
Guaiac Wood44%

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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean profile makes it perfect for casual wear, the gym, or an office environment where something unobtrusive is preferred. However, its poor longevity means it won't last through a date or formal event, limiting its versatility.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Monsieur Eau du Matin opens with a zesty, invigorating burst of citrus and bergamot, instantly waking up the senses. This bright start quickly transitions to a green, slightly spicy heart of petitgrain, adding a natural, aromatic depth. The dry down is a soft, subtle whisper of guaiac wood and cedar, grounding the freshness with a gentle, woody embrace.

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