Maison Francis Kurkdjian 2013 EDT

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Aqua Vitae

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Vitae is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Aqua Vitae opens with Lemon and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Vanilla, and Hedione, and dries down to a base of Guaiac Wood and Tonka Bean. Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Aqua Vitae carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a divisive one, isn't it? A citrus-fresh concoction by MFK that some hail as a masterpiece of sparkling sophistication, others dismiss as an overpriced, fleeting echo of basic shower gel. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with price and longevity being constant sticking points.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
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Aqua Vitae Eau de Toilette 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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh, and often subtle sillage makes it highly appropriate for office and casual wear, especially in warmer months. While some find it too light for formal events or dates, its sophisticated blend can work well for intimate settings.

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

Aqua Vitae opens with a bright, zesty burst of lemon and mandarin, like sun-drenched Mediterranean groves. This crisp citrus settles into a surprisingly warm heart, where creamy vanilla and rich tonka bean intertwine with smooth guaiac wood, grounding the initial sparkle. A whisper of jasmine and hedione adds a sophisticated, airy floral softness, creating a clean yet comforting drydown that lingers close to the skin.

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