O Boticário 2015 EDP

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Malbec Noir

by Dominique Ropion , Claire Liégent , Napoleão Bastos

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O Boticário Malbec Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Dominique Ropion, Claire Liégent, and Napoleão Bastos. Malbec Noir opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Wine Grape, Red Wine, Neroli, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Gin, Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. O Boticário's Malbec Noir carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This Malbec is a divisive one: some find it a unique, original fresh-fruity twist on the woody-wine genre, others find it boring and derivative. It's not as dark as the 'Noir' in its name suggests, making it surprisingly versatile.
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  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Sensual
  • Bold
  • Versatile
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Malbec Noir 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:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Despite its 'Noir' name, many find this fragrance fresh and versatile enough for office wear, or even daytime, due to its prominent fruity and aromatic elements. Its sensual, boozy undertones make it particularly well-suited for dates and evening casual events, though its bold character might be too strong for formal settings or sports.

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
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated O Boticário says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Opens with an exhilarating burst of juicy pineapple and crisp apple, softened by shimmering rainwater notes and a medley of citrus. The heart introduces a distinctive red wine accord, intertwined with aromatic lavender and a subtle peppery kick. The drydown settles into a sensual blend of vetiver, sandalwood, and patchouli, underpinned by a boozy gin nuance and warm amber.

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