Molinard 2015 EDP

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Rose

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Molinard Rose is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Rose opens with Rose, settles into a heart of Violet, Geranium, Clove, and Chamomile, and dries down to a base of Musk, Vanilla, and Almond. Molinard's Rose carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive and mature, this is a love-it-or-hate-it rose. Some find it a photorealistic dream, others a 'car air freshener' or 'old granny' soap. Not for the faint of heart, or those under 50 according to a few.
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  • Classic
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
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Rose Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Rose100%
Heartas listed
Geranium30%
Clove27%
Chamomile22%
Violet22%
Baseas listed
Musk36%
Almond32%
Vanilla32%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

While some find it versatile, its strong, sometimes 'beast mode' projection and mature character make it less suitable for an office. It shines in formal settings due to its elegance, and can be worn casually if you prefer a noticeable scent.

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

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Molinard Rose opens with a bold, almost boozy rose, spiced up with a hint of piquant clove and green geranium. A touch of powdery violet and soothing chamomile emerges in the heart. The dry-down reveals a soft, sweet base of almond, vanilla, and a gentle musk, grounding the floral intensity in a warm, inviting embrace.

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