M.Micallef 2012 EDP

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Ylang in Gold

by Jean-Claude Astier

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M.Micallef Ylang in Gold is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Jean-Claude Astier. Ylang in Gold opens with Bergamot, Rose, and Caramel, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, and Coconut, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. M.Micallef's Ylang in Gold carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Prepare for a divisive experience. Some will find this a heavenly tropical gourmand, a 'happiness in a bottle' that's creamy, sweet, and comforting. Others will be met with a 'bug spray' or 'cough syrup' opening, a synthetic Ylang that induces nausea, or simply an overwhelming cloying sweetness with little depth. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Playful
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Feminine
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Ylang in Gold 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 Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its sweet and gourmand nature, coupled with reports of it being very strong, make it less suitable for office wear. However, its luxurious, tropical, and creamy profile makes it a fantastic choice for dates and casual outings, particularly in warmer weather. It's sophisticated enough for some formal events, but the distinct sweetness might be too much for others.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Ylang in Gold aims for a luxurious golden glow with its sweet, floral heart. Opening with a gentle kiss of rose and bergamot atop rich caramel, it quickly blossoms into a tropical bouquet. Ylang-ylang and jasmine are wrapped in creamy coconut and orange blossom, settling into a warm, inviting base of vanilla, sandalwood, and musk. It’s a journey from sweet florals to a soft, enveloping dry-down that evokes sunshine and exotic warmth.

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