Mandarina Duck 2008 EDT

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Scarlet Rain

by Guillaume Flavigny

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Mandarina Duck Scarlet Rain is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Guillaume Flavigny. Scarlet Rain opens with Red Currant and Blood Orange, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Rose, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Benzoin. Mandarina Duck's Scarlet Rain carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some find its fruity sweetness charming and unique, while others find it generic and cloying. Best for those who enjoy a lively, uncomplicated scent without too much fuss.
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Scarlet Rain 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:
Summer Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for casual daytime wear, especially in warmer weather where its fruity notes shine. While some might find it too sweet for the office, it's generally inoffensive enough for less formal 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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • 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

Scarlet Rain opens with a vibrant, juicy burst of red currant and blood orange, a sweet-tart introduction that immediately grabs your attention. As it develops, a floral heart of cyclamen, rose, and orchid emerges, adding a touch of delicate greenness and femininity. The dry down settles into a cozy, warm embrace of musk, amber, and a prominent benzoin, lending a sweet, almost gourmand, resinous depth that lingers softly.

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