Mallo 2023 Extrait

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ARC

by Rajesh Balkrishnan , Antonio Lasheras

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Mallo ARC is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Rajesh Balkrishnan and Antonio Lasheras. ARC opens with Pine, Rosemary, Thyme, and Basil, settles into a heart of Jasmin Sambac and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Oakmoss, Benzoin, and Styrax. Mallo's ARC carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

ARC is a masterful, spiritual journey through an otherworldly forest, a modern take on the classic fougere that's widely considered one of the best new releases. It's calming, natural, and surprisingly versatile, making it an instant classic for many.
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  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
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ARC Extrait 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

With long-lasting performance and moderate sillage, ARC is versatile enough for most settings. Its natural, herbal freshness makes it suitable for casual wear and even the office, while its sophisticated drydown works well for dates. The ethereal, contemplative nature might make it less ideal for high-energy formal events or 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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Jasmine Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract from Jasmin Sambac
  • Jasmine Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract from Jasmin Sambac
  • Jasmine Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract from Jasmin Sambac
  • Jasmine Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Extract from Jasmin Sambac
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

Imagine a vibrant, sun-drenched forest where sharp, aromatic pine and fresh rosemary intertwine with earthy thyme and basil. This verdant opening gives way to a serene heart of clean lavender and a touch of luminous jasmine, creating a soft, floral depth. The journey culminates in a grounding base where rich oakmoss and balsamic benzoin provide a warm, meditative drydown, subtly accented by the leathery nuances of styrax and the unique earthiness of cypriol. It’s a beautifully blended, natural experience that feels both ancient and utterly contemporary.

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