Lalique 2016 EDP

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Oriental Zinc

by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni

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Lalique Oriental Zinc is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni. Oriental Zinc opens with Bergamot, Lavender, and Fig, settles into a heart of Pink Pepper and Cardamom, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, Cinnamon, and Tonka Bean. Lalique's Oriental Zinc carries a Statement verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This is a seriously underrated gem for those who appreciate a warm, subtly spiced fragrance that leans cosy and comforting. It's a crowd-pleaser that manages to be both unique and universally appealing.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Elegant
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Oriental Zinc 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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and long-lasting nature make it suitable for various settings, though it is a bit too warmly spiced for intense office environments or active wear. The cosy, elegant scent profile lends itself well to dates and formal occasions, and it's also perfect for casual outings.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

Oriental Zinc opens with a sophisticated blend of aromatic lavender and juicy fig, brightened by a whisper of bergamot. The heart unveils a comforting warmth with spicy cardamom and a hint of pink pepper. As it settles, a rich base of cinnamon, tonka bean, and cedar emerges, creating a smooth, enveloping, and slightly sweet aroma that's both elegant and deeply reassuring.

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