L'Artisan Parfumeur 2018 EDP

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Mandarina Corsica

by Quentin Bisch

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L'Artisan Parfumeur Mandarina Corsica is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Quentin Bisch. Mandarina Corsica opens with Bitter Orange and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Immortelle, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, and Hedione, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Cinnamon, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. L'Artisan Parfumeur's Mandarina Corsica carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a divisive but ultimately enchanting scent, praised for its hyper-realistic mandarin opening but criticised by some for its syrupy caramel dry-down. For others, that gourmand element is pure bliss. It's a caramel mandarin dream for some, a cloying disappointment for others, but never boring.
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  • Fresh
  • Gourmand
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
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Mandarina Corsica 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its moderate sillage and gourmand warmth make it well-suited for dates and casual outings, offering a comforting presence without being overpowering. The sweetness and warm spice can be too much for formal or sport settings, and while some wear it to the office, its gourmand nature isn't universally accepted there.

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

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

Mandarina Corsica bursts forth with a dazzlingly realistic mandarin, a vivid splash of bitter and sweet orange peel. This bright citrus then melds into a surprisingly rich and enveloping heart of immortelle and soft white florals, before settling into a warm, utterly delectable base. Expect a comforting embrace of caramel, vanilla, and tonka, with a subtle hint of spicy cinnamon and creamy sandalwood that lingers for hours.

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