Molinard 2021 EDP

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Vétiver

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Molinard Vétiver is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Vétiver opens with Bergamot, Blood Orange, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Amber, Iris, Violet Leaf, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Vetiver. Molinard's Vétiver carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

If you're a vetiver fiend, you might find this Molinard offering a bit too simple or weak. However, for those new to the note, or if you're layering, its earthy-green character with a touch of citrus and iris often hits the mark as a versatile, natural-smelling option. Just watch out for inconsistency between bottles.
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  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Classic
  • Subtle
  • Sophisticated
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Vétiver 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
Also Works:
Spring Summer Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its subdued nature and lack of strong sillage make it ideal for office wear, where it won't offend. However, this same characteristic means it might be too discreet for a date, and certainly not impactful enough for sport. Its earthy, green profile can suit both casual outings and more formal settings if you prefer something understated.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

Opens with a fleeting, juicy burst of blood orange and grapefruit, soon giving way to a dominant, dry vetiver. This earthy, woody core is softened by touches of powdery iris and an almost soapy violet leaf, with a subtle amber warmth in the background. It's a predominantly green and natural scent, with the promised citrus often disappearing quickly.

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