Molton Brown 2015 EDP

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Ylang-Ylang

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Molton Brown Ylang-Ylang is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Ylang-Ylang opens with Cardamom, Ginger, and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Vanilla. Molton Brown's Ylang-Ylang carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Surprisingly Chanel No. 5-esque, this Molton Brown scent is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect clean, musky vanilla with a whisper of florals rather than the bold ylang-ylang its name suggests. Those seeking a subtle, almost 'background' fragrance will appreciate its gentle charm.
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  • Soft
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Sweet
  • Subtle
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Ylang-Ylang 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual

Its delicate sillage and soft character make it suitable for office wear, yet it might be too subtle for a formal event or a date where you want to make a statement. The reviews highlight its elusive nature, often needing reapplication to be noticeable, reinforcing its suitability for close-quarter settings rather than high-impact occasions.

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

  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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About

An inviting opening of warm ginger and spicy cardamom is brightened by a hint of tangerine. This quickly melds into a creamy heart where soft ylang-ylang and delicate jasmine intertwine with a faint rose. The base is predominantly a clean, skin-like musk, sweetened by a gentle vanilla and grounded by soft cedar, creating an overall impression of understated elegance and quietude. It's more of a mellow hum than a vibrant song.

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