Kilian 2013 EDP

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Playing With The Devil

by Calice Becker

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Kilian Playing With The Devil is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Calice Becker. Playing With The Devil opens with Blood Orange, Peach, Blackcurrant, and Litchi, settles into a heart of Allspice, Rose, Jasmine, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Kilian's Playing With The Devil carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a proper divisive scent. Some reckon it's a juicy, fruity revelation with a spicy kick, while others are convinced it smells like 'pink medicine' or even body odour. Definitely one to sample first before you commit, as your skin chemistry will make or break it.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Fresh
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Playing With The Devil 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its strong fruity and spicy accords, often noted for their excellent sillage and longevity by some, make it a bit much for the office. It's much better suited for casual outings or dates where its unique character can truly shine without overpowering. It's too complex and rich for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

Alcohol Denat., Fragrance (Parfum), Water/aqua/eau, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Eugenol, Benzyl Benzoate, Isoeugenol, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citral, Farnesol, Benzyl Alcohol, Bht, Tocopherol

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

It kicks off with a bright, pulpy burst of peach, litchi, and blood orange, underscored by a tart blackcurrant. As it settles, a warm, peppery spice emerges from pimento and a hint of rose. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of creamy sandalwood, earthy patchouli, and sweet vanilla, giving it a comforting yet intriguing depth.

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Where to buy

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