Navitus Parfums 2021 Extrait

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The Key

by Dominique Ropion

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Navitus Parfums The Key is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Dominique Ropion. The Key opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Gin and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Tonka Bean. Navitus Parfums's The Key carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag, isn't it? If you're after a fresh, citrusy blast that sticks around, then The Key might just open a door for you. But be warned, some noses find the boozy drydown utterly repellent, while others see it as a close cousin to more popular - and often pricier - fragrances.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Energetic
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Confident
  • Clean
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The Key Extrait 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 spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh and lively citrus opening makes it fantastic for casual wear and sports, while the underlying woody warmth allows it to transition well to dates without being too loud. However, its strong projection, mentioned by some as long-lasting, lessens its suitability for formal events or conservative office environments.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

The Key kicks off with a bright, zesty explosion of bergamot, grapefruit, and lemon, instantly lifting the spirits. This vibrant citrus punch gracefully settles into an intriguing heart where the unexpected twist of gin and a fresh zing of ginger emerge, adding a sophisticated, slightly boozy edge. Eventually, it melts into a smooth, warm base of creamy sandalwood, earthy vetiver, and a touch of sweet tonka, rounded out by a subtle undertone of patchouli. A refreshing yet grounded aroma with a modern twist.

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