Kerosene 2026 EDT

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Vanilified

by John Pegg

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Kerosene Vanilified is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2026, created by John Pegg. Vanilified settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vanilla. Kerosene's Vanilified carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a proper divisive marvel. Some smell barbecue, others liquorice, but if you're after a unique, non-sweet vanilla-chocolate hit with an earthy, musky edge, this could be your weird and wonderful jam. Definitely not a blind buy.
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Vanilified Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Cacao Pod100%
Baseas listed
Musk50%
Vanilla50%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and unusual, often smoky character, Vanilified might be a bit much for the office. It truly shines on a date or for casual evening wear where its unique complexity can be appreciated without overwhelming the space. The powerful, distinct accords make it less suitable for formal events or sport.

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

  • 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

Vanilified opens with a boozy, almost liqueur-like vanilla and raw cocoa powder, steering clear of any synthetic sweetness. It quickly morphs, revealing an unexpected smoky, almost industrial quality that's far from dessert-like. The drydown leans into a musky, resinous vanilla with hints of a cooling, almost mentholated freshness, leaving a deep, intriguing trail that's earthy and subtly woody.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 23 September

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