Jean Paul Gaultier 2018 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Scandal By Night

by Christophe Raynaud , Daphné Bugey , Fabrice Pellegrin

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Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Christophe Raynaud, Daphné Bugey, and Fabrice Pellegrin. Scandal By Night opens with Citrus, Bitter Orange, and Honey, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Tuberose, Pear, and Cherry, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Jean Paul Gaultier's Scandal By Night carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive yet sought-after gourmand, Scandal By Night is a honey-drenched, cherry-infused powerhouse. You'll either adore its syrupy sweetness or find it utterly overwhelming - there's rarely an in-between. Expect compliments, and expect to make a statement.
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  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Edgy
  • Sweet
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Scandal By Night Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

This is a heavy, sweet fragrance with significant projection and longevity, making it unsuitable for an office or sports setting. It shines brightest on dates and evening occasions, as its seductive nature is often mentioned in reviews; some find it too much even for formal events due to its intensity.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Scandal By Night opens with an unapologetic blast of sticky, opulent honey, quickly joined by the juicy tartness of cherry and a subtle zesty hint of bitter orange. The heart blooms into a creamy white floral bouquet led by tuberose, softened by a touch of sweet pear. As it settles, a smooth, warm base of vanilla, tonka, sandalwood, and amberwood emerges, anchoring the sweetness with a deep, sensual glow. It’s a rich, dense blend for those who love their fragrances loud and proud.

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