Obvious 2020 EDP

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Un Poivre

by Amélie Bourgeois , Anne-Sophie Behaghel

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Obvious Un Poivre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Amélie Bourgeois and Anne-Sophie Behaghel. Un Poivre opens with Caraway, Pepper, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Violet Leaf, Cinnamon, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Amyris and Vetiver. Obvious's Un Poivre carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Obvious's Un Poivre is a straight-talking, natural-smelling pepper bomb. It's a divisive one - some adore its simple, dry spice, while others find it a bit too singular, like a trip to the post office or a spice rack. Great for layering, if you're into that.
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Un Poivre 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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its intimate sillage and natural, clean profile make it ideal for office and casual wear, providing a subtle presence. It's less suited for formal events due to its simplicity, and its fresh, green spice can work for light activity.

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

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

Un Poivre kicks off with a sharp, invigorating blast of black and pink pepper, underpinned by a subtle, earthy caraway. As it settles, a cool, green violet leaf emerges, mingling with the warm, spicy kick of ginger and cinnamon. The dry down is a refined woody affair, with the creamy warmth of amyris softening the dry, slightly smoky vetiver, creating an elegantly natural, outdoorsy feel.

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