Molton Brown 2016 EDP

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Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise

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Molton Brown Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise opens with Mandarin, Magnolia, and Star Anise, settles into a heart of Lily of the Valley, Peony, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Ylang-Ylang. Molton Brown's Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This lily of the valley scent is an uplifting take on a classic floral, blending freshness with a nuanced spicy sweetness that delights many, though some find it a bit unusual. It's a genuine springtime crowd-pleaser that reimagines tradition.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
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Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh and clean profile makes it highly suitable for office wear and casual outings. While some reviews mention long-lasting performance and good projection, it remains a subtle and non-intrusive scent, making it versatile across many scenarios, though perhaps not a showstopper for 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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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About

Opening with a crisp burst of mandarin and the intriguing floral-spicy whisper of star anise, this fragrance soon blossoms into a heart dominated by the delicate, green freshness of lily of the valley and peony, rounded by a clean tea note. The dry down introduces a creamy, slightly sweet warmth from ylang-ylang and sandalwood, underpinned by a soft, clean musk. It's a journey from airy dewiness to a gentle, comforting embrace.

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