Mary Kay 2020 Extrait

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Illuminea

by Gino Percontino

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Mary Kay Illuminea is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Gino Percontino. Illuminea opens with Dew Drop, Mandarin, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Peony and Honeysuckle, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Oakmoss, and Vanilla. Mary Kay's Illuminea carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

Don't let the Mary Kay badge put you off: this is a surprisingly solid, well-blended floral vanilla that's both 'nice' and performs like a beast. Some find it a bit non-descript, but others swear by its comforting, versatile charm.
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Illuminea 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Despite its strength, this fragrance is generally considered inoffensive and comforting, making it suitable for a range of settings. Its moderate longevity and sillage mean it's present but not overwhelming, fitting for both day and night, though perhaps a bit much for 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

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

Illuminea opens with a bright, dewy mandarin and a gentle hint of pink pepper, quickly transitioning to a creamy floral heart. The star here is a lush honeysuckle, balanced by the soft, clean scent of peony. As it settles, a comforting vanilla emerges, underpinned by the smooth warmth of cashmere wood and a subtle, grounding touch of oakmoss, creating a refined and long-lasting embrace.

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