Mary Kay 2000 Edp

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Belara

by Claude Dir

Mary Kay Belara is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2000, created by Claude Dir. The fragrance opens with Fig and Lotus, settles into a heart of Mimosa and Snowdrops, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Musk.

Our verdict on Belara: Favourite

Belara is a truly divisive scent; some rave about its unique clean floral musk, while others find it a soapy, sharp white floral headache. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with sentiment often tied to nostalgic memories, for better or worse.
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Soft
  • Subtle
Belara Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 35%
Fruity 6%
Green 17%
Sweet 18%
Warm 1%
Woody 13%
Earthy 0%
Animalic 16%
Fresh 22%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Floral
100%
Powdery
76%
Musky
66%
Woody
63%
Sweet
56%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer Winter
Also Works:
Fall

Built for the cooler edges of the year - winter and summer pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its clean, fresh, and often subtle sillage makes it great for casual wear and daily office use, though some find it has impressive projection. It's generally inoffensive but lacks the depth for formal occasions, making it best suited for relaxed environments or a fresh post-workout boost.

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About

A crisp, aquatic opening of lotus and a hint of sweet fig dries down to a clean, powdery heart of mimosa and delicate snowdrops. The base grounds this ethereal floral blend with smooth sandalwood and a soft, enveloping musk, creating a 'just out of the shower' vibe that's either refreshingly clean or overly soapy, depending on your nose. Expect a bright bouquet settling into a gentle, skin-close warmth.