M.Micallef 2013 Parfum
Mon Cristal
M.Micallef Mon Cristal is a Parfum launched in 2013, created by Jean-Claude Astier. Mon Cristal opens with Pink Pepper and Cinnamon, settles into a heart of Rose and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Toffee, Musk, and Amber. M.Micallef's Mon Cristal carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.
Mon Cristal is a divisive rose gourmand; a full-on, unashamedly sweet affair. You'll either adore its rich, jammy caramel-rose blend or find it cloying and overpowering. Definitely not one for the subtle types, but an intoxicating head-turner for many.What our verdicts mean →
- Bold
- Elegant
- Cozy
- Feminine
- Luxurious
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Best Occasions
Its strong projection and gourmand sweetness make it less suitable for an office setting where subtlety is often preferred. However, many reviewers found it perfect for dates due to its sensual and alluring qualities, and its elegance suits formal events. It's far too heavy and sweet for sports.
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
- Eugenol
- Geraniol
Other declarable allergens
- Synthetic musk
- Vanillin
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
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