Keiko Mecheri 2003 EDP

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Damascena

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Keiko Mecheri Damascena is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2003. Damascena opens with Red Fruits and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Rose and Grasse Rose Absolute, and dries down to a base of Musk. Keiko Mecheri's Damascena carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a divisive but much-loved rose. Some find it a jammy, ethereal dream, while others are put off by a peculiar metallic or 'doll's head' note. Definitely one to sample first, but a blind buy for its dedicated fans.
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  • Romantic
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Classic
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Damascena Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Blackcurrant58%
Red Fruits42%
Heartas listed
Grasse Rose Absolute50%
Rose50%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its long-lasting but subtle sillage makes it ideal for office and casual wear, where it won't overpower. While it leans feminine and could be worn on a date, its demure nature might be less suited for a bold formal statement or sporty activities.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

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

Damascena opens with a burst of tart red fruits and rich blackcurrant, providing a juicy, slightly sweet introduction. This quickly gives way to the star of the show: a fresh, elegant rose, specifically Grasse rose absolute, which provides a classic, demure floral heart. As it settles, a clean, subtle musk emerges in the base, creating a soft, comforting finish that lingers beautifully.

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