Matière Première 2020 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Radical Rose

by Aurélien Guichard

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Matière Première Radical Rose is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Aurélien Guichard. Radical Rose opens with Pepper and Saffron, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Labdanum. Matière Première's Radical Rose carries an Acquired verdict, an elemental-led wear.

This isn't a shy little rose, it's a 'badass' statement. Matière Première's Radical Rose is a controversial one-off for some, but a bold, sophisticated masterpiece for many, often hailed as a sexier, more wearable alternative to POAL.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
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Radical Rose Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pepper50%
Saffron50%
Heartas listed
Rose100%
Baseas listed
Labdanum50%
Patchouli50%

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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong projection and enduring longevity make it unsuitable for an office environment, but perfect for date nights or formal events where it can make a statement. The opulent, dark rose and spicy accords are too heavy for casual 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

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

Radical Rose opens with a rich, jammy rose, immediately deepened by warm saffron and a subtle bite of pepper. As it settles, earthy patchouli emerges, often described as 'dirty' or 'gothic', underpinning the floral heart. A labdanum-infused amber adds a luxurious, balsamic warmth, creating a complex, dark, and often divisive rose-patchouli experience.

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