Lancôme 2018 EDP

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Oranges Bigarades

by Christophe Raynaud

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Lancôme Oranges Bigarades is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Christophe Raynaud. Oranges Bigarades opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Bitter Orange, settles into a heart of Black Tea, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Benzoin. Lancôme's Oranges Bigarades carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a divisive beauty: some find it a sublime, sophisticated take on orange and tea, while others are underwhelmed by its subtlety and performance. A refined, understated scent that definitely isn't for everyone.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Subtle
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Oranges Bigarades 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and fresh, non-offensive character make it ideal for office wear and casual daytime use. While it's elegant enough for some formal settings, its understated nature might be lost in very grand occasions. Its freshness also makes it a decent pick for a date, but perhaps not for high-energy 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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Limonene from Orange
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Oranges Bigarades opens with a bright, zesty burst of bitter orange and bergamot, immediately invigorating the senses. This fresh citrus then mellows into a sophisticated heart of black tea and delicate orange blossom, with a whisper of jasmine adding an ethereal softness. As it dries, a warm, creamy base of vanilla, benzoin, and sandalwood emerges, providing a comforting, elegant finish that balances the initial sharpness.

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