Maison Crivelli 2020 EDP

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Papyrus Moleculaire

by Leslie Girard

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Maison Crivelli Papyrus Moleculaire is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Leslie Girard. Papyrus Moleculaire opens with Pepper, Coriander, and Elemi, settles into a heart of Carrot Seeds, Papyrus, and Amyris, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean, Tobacco, and Frankincense. Maison Crivelli's Papyrus Moleculaire carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is Santal 33's smoother, more refined sibling, or an uninspired clone, depending on who you ask. If you're after that woody, papery vibe without the pickle note, this might be your jam. Just don't expect it to last a lifetime.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Relaxed
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Papyrus Moleculaire 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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its soft projection and clean, woody profile make it ideal for the office and casual wear. While pleasant for a date, some find its performance too subtle, and it lacks the gravitas for formal events. The subdued nature and lack of intense freshness make it less suitable for sport.

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

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

Papyrus Moleculaire opens with a fresh, green burst of papyrus and aromatic coriander, quickly spiced up by a hint of pepper and warm elemi resin. As it settles, a smooth, almost creamy woodiness emerges, often reminiscent of sandalwood despite its absence in the official notes, rounded out by the subtle warmth of tonka bean and a hint of dry tobacco. It's an elegant, understated woody-aromatic journey.

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