Memo Paris 2019 EDP

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African Rose

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Memo Paris African Rose is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. African Rose opens with Bergamot, Geranium, Cardamom, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Patchouli and Rose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Vetiver, and Oud. Memo Paris's African Rose carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive yet utterly captivating, African Rose is either a magnificent take on spicy rose and leather, or an overpriced flanker that doesn't quite live up to its hype. You need to test this one to see which camp you're in, but don't expect a bargain.
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  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
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African Rose 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:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With strong longevity and sillage, African Rose is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. Its rich, opulent character makes it perfect for date nights and formal events, while its intensity is a bit much for daily office 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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • 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

African Rose opens with an aromatic burst of cardamom and bergamot, quickly joined by the warm spice of saffron and a subtle hint of cumin, which provides a dry, arid feel rather than a culinary one. The heart blooms into a rich, almost jammy rose, beautifully balanced by earthy patchouli. The drydown settles into a luxurious blend of soft leather, smoky oud, and musky vetiver, giving the rose a deep, complex foundation that lasts for ages.

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