Mugler 2013 EDT

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A*Men Pure Energy

by Jacques Huclier

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Mugler A*Men Pure Energy is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Jacques Huclier. A*Men Pure Energy opens with Juniper and Mint, settles into a heart of Pepper and Cardamom, and dries down to a base of Sequoia and Patchouli. Mugler's A*Men Pure Energy carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This flanker is a divisive one; some absolutely adore its fresh, spicy take on the A*Men DNA, while others find it too weak, too unusual, or simply not up to Mugler's usual standard. A love it or leave it situation.
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  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Edgy
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A*Men Pure Energy Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Juniper54%
Mint46%
Heartas listed
Pepper56%
Cardamom44%
Baseas listed
Patchouli53%
Sequoia47%

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 Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, energetic, and clean profile makes it suitable for casual wear and sport, with many users directly stating they wear it to the gym or in high heat. While the performance is often cited as weak, its lighter nature and lack of an overpowering sillage allow for office wear without being intrusive. Its distinctiveness, however, might not suit formal events or romantic dates as much as more universally appealing options.

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

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

Pure Energy blasts off with a cooling mint and sharp juniper, an invigorating, almost frosty handshake. As it settles, a fresh spicy core of cardamom and white pepper emerges, adding a vibrant zing. The journey concludes on a masculine, woody base of sequoia, grounded by a clean, earthy patchouli that whispers of the original A*Men, but in a distinctly fresher, brighter voice.

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