Mary Kay 2015 EDT

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Clever

by Natasha Côté

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Mary Kay Clever is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by Natasha Côté. Clever opens with Fruity Notes and Almond, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Peony, Freesia, and Chamomile, and dries down to a base of Marshmallow, Woody Notes, and Musk. Mary Kay's Clever carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Mary Kay's Clever is a crowd-pleasing, fruity-floral gourmand that delivers dependable everyday charm. It's a solid choice if you're after something pleasant and approachable, though some find it a bit too subtle.
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Clever 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
Also Works:
Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

With moderate longevity and sillage, this scent is versatile for everyday wear, particularly suitable for casual outings and daytime activities. It's generally well-received and unlikely to offend in an office setting, though it might lack the gravitas for formal events.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • 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

Clever opens with a bright burst of sweet fruity notes, quickly softened by a delicate almond accord, hinting at a playful sweetness. The heart blooms into a fresh floral bouquet of peony, freesia, and cyclamen, uplifted by a whisper of soothing chamomile. As it settles, a comforting base of creamy marshmallow emerges, grounded by soft musk and subtle woody notes, creating a gentle and inviting finish.

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