Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur 2008 EDP

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Maharanih Intense

by Patricia de Nicolaï

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Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur Maharanih Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Patricia de Nicolaï. Maharanih Intense opens with Orange and Bitter Orange, settles into a heart of Rose, Carnation, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Civet. Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur's Maharanih Intense carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly divisive scent, Maharanih Intense is a rich, complex oriental that some will find regal and alluring, while others will be put off by its assertive, almost challenging character. It's not a safe blind buy.
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Maharanih Intense 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its long-lasting nature and strong character mean it's best reserved for occasions where it can make a statement without overwhelming. It's a bit too intense for a typical office setting but shines for dates or more formal events, especially in warmer weather.

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

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

Maharanih Intense opens with a bright, albeit sometimes sharp, burst of orange and bitter orange. This vibrant citrus quickly makes way for a spicy, floral heart of warm cinnamon and peppery carnation, softened by a touch of rose. The base is where the true intensity lies, with earthy patchouli, creamy sandalwood, and a distinct, animalic civet note creating a deep, enveloping warmth that lingers for hours.

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