Memo Paris 2020 EDP

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Retba

by Aliénor Massenet

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Memo Paris Retba is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Aliénor Massenet. Retba opens with Rose, Pink Pepper, and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Oud, Ginger, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Amber, Guaiac Wood, Cardamom, and Cinnamon. Memo Paris's Retba carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive but adored scent, Retba is a sweet, spicy oud that straddles the line between cosy gourmand and sophisticated warmth. Expect compliments, but don't expect everyone to agree on what's actually in it.
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  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
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Retba 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its long-lasting performance and strong sillage, Retba is best suited for evenings and special occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. While some find it office-friendly due to its 'not offensive' oud, its richness and sweetness lean more towards date nights or formal events.

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

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

Retba opens with a playful, bright burst of raspberry and rose, sharpened by a hint of pink pepper. This fruity initial impression quickly deepens, leading into a heart where a creamy, soft oud blends with the exotic spice of saffron and a touch of ginger. The dry down is a rich tapestry of warm amber, vanilla, and a medley of comforting spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and nutmeg, all underpinned by a woody base and a hint of mystical myrrh.

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