New Brand Parfums 2013 EDP

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New Brand Parfums Exceed is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. Exceed opens with Bergamot and Lavender, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Lily of the Valley, Clove, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Vetiver, and Tonka Bean. New Brand Parfums's Exceed carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A fresh, spiced-up Fahrenheit-esque clone that doesn't overstay its welcome. It's a solid, safe bet if you want a toned-down fragrance that's unlikely to offend.
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  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Classic
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Exceed 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 spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its mild projection and fresh, inoffensive character make it perfect for the office and casual wear. The low longevity means it's not ideal for formal events, but it's a good choice for a light gym scent or intimate 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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Exceed opens with a bright, aromatic punch of lavender and bergamot, immediately delivering a clean freshness. This quickly evolves into a warm, inviting heart where spicy nutmeg and clove mingle with soft sandalwood and a subtle hint of lily of the valley. The dry-down settles into a comforting base of musky amber and earthy vetiver, rounded out by a smooth tonka bean sweetness. It's a well-balanced scent that feels both familiar and approachable.

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