Maison Francis Kurkdjian 2019 Extrait

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Amyris Homme

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Amyris Homme is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Amyris Homme opens with Mandarin and Cinnamon, settles into a heart of Iris and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Amyris, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Amyris Homme carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is MFK's crowd-pleaser, a mass-appealing "Swiss Army knife" scent that many call their signature. Elegant, versatile, and undeniably beautiful, though some question its niche credentials and value for money, especially given variable performance and a "soapy" vibe for a few.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Modern
Amyris Homme Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Heartas listed

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 Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its versatile and compliment-getting nature makes it suitable for almost any occasion, from casual wear to date nights, as explicitly noted in reviews. While generally agreeable, its moderate projection means it won't overpower an office, but it's perhaps a bit too elegant and warm for heavy sporting.

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

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

A refined blend of creamy vanilla and rich amber, smoothly spiced with cinnamon, and gently lifted by a fresh mandarin zest. A powdery iris note adds a sophisticated touch, balancing the warmth with an almost ethereal lightness. This isn't a loud fragrance, but one that whispers elegant confidence.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 23 September


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