Masque Milano 2023 EDP

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Love Kills Oud

by Caroline Dumur

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Masque Milano Love Kills Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Caroline Dumur. Love Kills Oud opens with Blackcurrant and Litchi, settles into a heart of Cedar, Rose, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Oud, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Ambroxan. Masque Milano's Love Kills Oud carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This 'oud' is a bit of a misnomer, sparking serious debate amongst fragheads. It's a sweet, fruity rose that's undeniably addictive, but expect to pay a premium for a scent profile many compare to cheaper alternatives.
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  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Gourmand
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
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Love Kills Oud Eau de 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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its above-average longevity and good projection make it a bit much for the office. However, its sexy, addictive quality, described in reviews, screams date night, while the opulent nature suits formal events. It's too rich for casual daily wear or 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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Love Kills Oud opens with a burst of fresh, almost tart blackcurrant and litchi, quickly giving way to a jammy, sweet rose. This isn't a grandma rose; it's vibrant and modern, underpinned by a dessert-like creaminess from vanilla and amber. Hints of woody cedar round out the base, while the promised oud remains elusive, contributing more to a subtle depth than a dominant presence.

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