Maison Alhambra 2022 EDP

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Galatea

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Maison Alhambra Galatea is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Galatea opens with Mate, Green Notes, Fruity Notes, and Cypress, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, Cedar, and Vetiver. Maison Alhambra's Galatea carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

Prepare for a long haul: Galatea is a fruity-leather that demands serious maceration - we're talking months, maybe even a year - to reveal its full, genuinely impressive potential. Out of the box? Expect anything from plastic to burnt rubber.
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  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Bright
  • Calm
  • Mysterious
$17.10 at Amazon US 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check prices ↓
Galatea Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Godolphin by Parfums de Marly
91%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fruity Notes24%
Mate21%
Green Notes21%
Cypress18%
Thyme16%
Heartas listed
Rose38%
Iris31%
Jasmine31%
Baseas listed
Leather30%
Vanilla18%
Amber17%
Cedar17%
Vetiver17%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This powerful, long-lasting scent with moderate projection is too commanding for an office setting but perfect for dates and evening events. Its unique edgy character makes it a good fit for sophisticated casual outings, though definitely not for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Galatea opens with a jolt of green cypress and thyme, quickly overtaken by prominent, almost rubbery leather. As it settles, a sweet, undefined fruitiness emerges, softened by a delicate, powdery rose and iris. The base unfolds into a sophisticated blend of woody vetiver and cedar, with a subtle vanilla adding depth, transforming from harsh to smooth over time.

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