Maison Alhambra 2022 EDP

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Maison Alhambra Zeno is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Zeno opens with Bergamot, Orange, Grapefruit, and Rose, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Iris, Violet, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Patchouli. Maison Alhambra's Zeno carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This isn't just another Middle Eastern hidden gem; it's a versatile, grown-up fragrance that punches way above its price point. It's a classy crowd-pleaser that manages to be both fresh and grounded, perfect for those who want elegance without a high street price tag.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Confident
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Zeno Eau de Parfum bottle
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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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its versatile and elegant profile, balanced between fresh citrus and grounding woods, makes it suitable for almost any setting. While some find its projection strong enough for compliments, its overall clean and sophisticated character fits well in an office or casual environment. It might be a bit too much for active sports due to its earthy base.

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
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Zeno opens with a vibrant, zesty burst of grapefruit, pineapple, and bergamot, clean and bright without being childish. The heart then unfolds into a sophisticated bouquet of airy lily of the valley and powdery iris, softened by hints of apple and gardenia. As it settles, a grounding base of pine and earthy patchouli emerges, woven with subtle incense and warm amber, creating a forest-floor depth that is rich but never heavy.

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