Matière Première 2024 Extrait

U ££££ Acquired

Crystal Saffron

by Aurélien Guichard

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Matière Première Crystal Saffron is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Aurélien Guichard. Crystal Saffron opens with Musk, settles into a heart of Saffron, and dries down to a base of Ambroxan, Myrrh, and Frankincense. Matière Première's Crystal Saffron carries an Acquired verdict, an amber-led wear.

This extrait is a beast-mode saffron bomb with a divisive metallic edge. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that screams luxury and confident intensity, but definitely not for the faint of heart or those prone to headaches.
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Sensual
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Amber
100%
Warm Spicy
86%
Metallic
53%
Leather
48%
Balsamic
44%

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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

This extrait is incredibly potent with beast-mode projection and longevity, making it unsuitable for an office environment where it could easily overwhelm. However, its luxurious, sophisticated character makes it a superb choice for dates and formal events. You might get away with it casually with minimal sprays, but it's too much for active wear.

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An opulent, unapologetic saffron takes centre stage, radiating a warm, spicy glow. This isn't just spice, though; there's a distinct metallic sheen, like polished steel, cutting through the golden warmth. Frankincense and myrrh lend a balsamic, resinous depth, grounding the composition while ambroxan and musks provide a modern, long-lasting smoothness that rounds out any sharp edges. It's a rich, complex scent that feels both ancient and futuristic.

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