Maison Alhambra 2022 EDP

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Karat

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Maison Alhambra Karat is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Karat opens with Blackcurrant Leaf, Green Notes, Earthy, and Pear, settles into a heart of Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Heliotrope. Maison Alhambra's Karat carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Karat by Maison Alhambra is a divisive fruity musk with a huge following. Some rave about its fresh, bright fruitiness and impressive performance after maceration, while others find it fleeting or too close to existing popular scents. It's a risk, but the payoff for some is huge.
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  • Fresh
  • Confident
  • Sweet
  • Clean
  • Bright
Karat Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by

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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.

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:
Date Casual Sport

While its fruity freshness makes it appealing for casual daywear and even some sporty activities, its strong projection and sweetness might be too much for the office. It's a great choice for dates or any occasion where you want to make a fun, confident statement without being overly formal.

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

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

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About

Karat opens with a juicy explosion of peach, passionfruit, and raspberry, brightened by a hint of green and tart redcurrant leaf. A gentle lily of the valley heart leads into a plush base of creamy sandalwood, soft vanilla, and a clean, slightly powdery musk. The patchouli and heliotrope add depth without overwhelming the vibrant fruitiness, creating a sweet yet surprisingly fresh tropical vibe that lingers on the skin.