Maria Candida Gentile 2016 Parfum

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Rrose Sèlavy

by Maria Candida Gentile

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Maria Candida Gentile Rrose Sèlavy is a Parfum launched in 2016, created by Maria Candida Gentile. Rrose Sèlavy opens with Rose and Grasse Rose Absolute, and dries down to a base of Green Notes and Rose Leaves. Maria Candida Gentile's Rrose Sèlavy carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

A truly unique take on rose, Rrose Sélavy is a bold, natural scent that captures the essence of a living rose bush, stem to petal. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with its herbal, green facets dividing opinions.
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  • Bold
  • Natural
  • Unique
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
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Rrose Sèlavy 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
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
Also Works:
Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With long-lasting performance and moderate sillage, this scent makes its presence known, which might be a bit much for an office environment. However, its sophisticated and unique character makes it a standout choice for dates and special occasions.

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

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

Rrose Sélavy opens with a deep, multifaceted rose that feels incredibly true to life, like burying your nose in a dark red bloom. This initial rush evolves, bringing forward the peppery greenness of rose leaves and stems, creating a vivid impression of an entire rosebush, not just the flower. Subtle hints of spice and a curious balsamic depth emerge, grounding the floral heart. The dry down retains a natural, slightly earthy greenness, keeping the rose from becoming overly sweet or powdery.

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