Molinard 2012 EDP

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Habanita

by Mathieu Nardin

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Molinard Habanita is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Mathieu Nardin. Habanita opens with Mastic, Petitgrain, and Geranium, settles into a heart of Taif Rose, Cedar, Vetiver, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Molinard's Habanita carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

A legendary, polarising beast for those who dare, Habanita delivers a heavy hit of dark, powdery florals. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but those who love it, really love it. Just beware of reformulations - true fans seek out the older batches.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Sensual
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Habanita 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Habanita's strong projection and longevity mean it's possibly too much for an office environment, but it's perfect for a statement on a date or a formal event. Its comforting yet dark character also makes it suitable for more relaxed evening wear.

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 from Nutmeg
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Habanita unfurls with an unusual, almost medicinal greenness from mastic and petitgrain, quickly yielding to a lavish bloom of Taif rose, jasmine, and mimosa, underscored by nutty heliotrope and exotic ylang-ylang. The heart is a complex dance of sweet, spicy florals and earthy vetiver, culminating in a deeply resonant drydown of powdery vanilla, rich sandalwood, and dark patchouli with a hint of smoky oakmoss and musk. It’s a bold, woody-powdery aromatic statement.

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