Molton Brown 2024 EDP

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Sunlit Clementine & Vetiver

by Julie Massé

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Molton Brown Sunlit Clementine & Vetiver is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Julie Massé. Sunlit Clementine & Vetiver opens with Clementine, Mandarin, and Lime, settles into a heart of Iris, Hazelnut, and Fig, and dries down to a base of Suede, Vetiver, and Oakmoss. Molton Brown's Sunlit Clementine & Vetiver carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one is a divisive scent that splits the room: some hail it as a sophisticated, sparkling citrus with real depth, while others dismiss it as a generic, overpriced 'shower gel' for men. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it kind of citrus-vetiver, so best not to blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Sophisticated
  • Masculine
Sunlit Clementine & Vetiver 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:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

While its freshness makes it suitable for casual wear and the office, its moderate sillage keeps it from being overwhelming. The slightly masculine, clean character also makes it a good fit for everyday activities, though perhaps not the top choice for formal events or intimate dates.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

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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  • Cruelty-free Certified by Cruelty Free International · Check the register · We last checked Sept 2026 Cruelty Free International certification mark

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About

It bursts open with an invigorating splash of lime, mandarin, and clementine, bright and zesty like freshly peeled fruit. As it settles, a surprising hazelnut and fig blend introduces a creamy, slightly sweet warmth, balanced by the elegant powdery touch of iris. The base grounds the entire experience with a refined fusion of earthy vetiver, rich suede, and green oakmoss, providing an unexpected depth to the initial citrus freshness.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 3 October


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