Mugler 2015 EDT

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A*Men Ultra Zest

by Jacques Huclier , Quentin Bisch

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Mugler A*Men Ultra Zest is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by Jacques Huclier and Quentin Bisch. A*Men Ultra Zest opens with Blood Orange, Ginger, Mint, and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Pepper, Cinnamon, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Mugler's A*Men Ultra Zest carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Seriously polarising and ridiculously hyped, Ultra Zest is an orange creamsicle that divides opinions sharply. Some absolutely adore its unique citrus-gourmand blend, while others find it too sweet, too fleeting, or just not impactful enough to justify the price gouging.
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  • Playful
  • Energetic
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Bold
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A*Men Ultra Zest Eau de Toilette 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

Its bright, playful citrus opening and subsequent gourmand warmth make it good for casual wear and dates. While some find it too sweet for intense heat, its zestiness lends itself to spring and summer evenings, though its potency might be too much for formal or restrictive office settings.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Opening with a juicy, zesty blast of blood orange and tangerine, brightened by a hint of mint and spicy ginger. The heart unfolds to reveal a warm, aromatic core of coffee, pepper, and cinnamon, while the base grounds the composition with rich vanilla, tonka bean, and the signature earthiness of patchouli. It's a complex interplay of fresh, sweet, and spicy that evolves beautifully on the skin from a vibrant citrus into a comforting gourmand.

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