Jean Paul Gaultier 2023 Edp

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Scandal Elixir

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Elixir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. The fragrance opens with Blackberry, Pink Pepper, Blood Orange, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Cinnamon, Gardenia, Ylang-Ylang, and Orris, and dries down to a base of Benzoin, Vanilla, and Patchouli.

Our verdict on Scandal Elixir: Statement

Scandal Elixir Parfum is a decadent cherry-topped gourmand that wraps you in a plush, syrupy cloud. Not for the shy, it commands attention with nuclear performance and a seductive, almost edible trail.
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  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Modern
Scandal Elixir bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12%
Floral 25%
Fruity 14%
Green 3%
Sweet 32%
Warm 16%
Woody 9%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 8%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Sweet
95%
Fruity
80%
Gourmand
80%
Lactonic
60%
Woody
40%

Notes

Top Notes

Blackberry 29% Pink Pepper 24% Blood Orange 24% Bergamot 24%

Heart Notes

Iris 20% Gardenia 17% Ylang-Ylang 17% Cinnamon 16% Jasmine 15% Orris 15%

Base Notes

Patchouli 39% Vanilla 32% Benzoin 29%

Performance

Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The dense, sweet-gourmand composition with black cherry, vanilla, and tonka bean makes it ideal for cold winter and crisp autumn weather where its richness and warmth shine. It's too opulent and heavy for summer, but can work in spring evenings.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold projection and decadent sweetness make it perfect for evening dates and formal occasions, but it can overwhelm in the office or sporty settings. Best suited for night outs or when you want to be noticed.

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About

Scandal Elixir Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier is a lavish, ultra-sweet masculine fragrance that opens with a burst of luscious black cherry, immediately drawing you into a luscious, almost boozy gourmand heart. Creamy tonka bean, vanilla, and praline create a rich, edible sensation, while sandalwood and patchouli ground the composition with velvety woods. The finish is plush, lingering with caramel, cacao, and a subtle synthetic edge for a thoroughly modern, addictive feel. Immensely powerful and enveloping, this scent is unapologetically bold, perfect for cold nights and anyone seeking to make a lasting impression.

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