Lancôme 2006 EDT

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Benghal

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Lancôme Benghal is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2006. Benghal opens with Mandarin and Ginger, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Osmanthus, and Apricot, and dries down to a base of Musk and Sandalwood. Lancôme's Benghal carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This discontinued gem is divisive: some find it a unique, spicy-fresh apricot delight, perfect for summer. Others get a sharp, even unpleasant ginger blast, making it a challenging wear.
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Benghal Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

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Topas listed
Ginger58%
Mandarin42%
Heartas listed
Apricot42%
Osmanthus33%
Jasmine25%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood60%
Musk40%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its fresh and unique character, make it suitable for casual day wear and even sport. While some find it too sharp for enclosed spaces, its brightness can be invigorating for daytime activities.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Benghal opens with a vibrant, zesty burst of mandarin and ginger, leaning into a spicy, almost piquant freshness. This energetic start mellows into a heart where a juicy, sweet apricot note blends with delicate jasmine and osmanthus. The dry down settles into a warm, comforting base of creamy sandalwood and soft musk, maintaining a hint of that initial spice.

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