Maison Alhambra 2022 EDP

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Salvo Intense

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Maison Alhambra Salvo Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Salvo Intense opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Lavender, Sichuan Pepper, Nutmeg, and Star Anise, and dries down to a base of Vanilla and Ambroxan. Maison Alhambra's Salvo Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This Sauvage EDP dupe is a bit of a gamble. Some say it's an undeniable bargain that punches above its weight after a good, long maceration. Others find it harsh and synthetic from the jump. If you get a good batch and have the patience, you might just bag a winner.
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  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Modern
  • Fresh
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Salvo Intense Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Sauvage by Dior
93%
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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 Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its fresh spicy and citrus accords make it a versatile choice for many occasions. However, its moderate to strong projection, once macerated, means it might be a bit much for a formal office setting but perfect for dates and casual outings.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • 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

Salvo Intense kicks off with a sharp, zesty bergamot, quickly followed by a fresh spicy punch from Sichuan pepper and star anise. Lavender weaves through the heart, adding an aromatic, clean edge. The base settles into a smooth, musky warmth of ambroxan, with just a hint of vanilla for a touch of sweetness.

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