Olivier Durbano 2012 EDP

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Heliotrope

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Olivier Durbano Heliotrope is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012. Heliotrope opens with Blood Mandarin, Angelica, Chili, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Magnolia, Heliotrope, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Benzoin. Olivier Durbano's Heliotrope carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you, this isn't your grandma's floral. Heliotrope is a fiercely independent, spicy-incense powerhouse that's dividing opinions but captivating those who dare to wear it.
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  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Confident
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Heliotrope 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
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage mean it's best kept for situations where you want to make a statement without overwhelming. While some find it office-safe, its sensual, spicy warmth leans more towards evening or intimate wear than a typical work environment.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • 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

Heliotrope opens with a fiery kick of chili and ginger, brightened by blood mandarin and a resinous frankincense elemi blend. The heart introduces a unique heliotrope note, devoid of the usual sweetness, woven through leathery cypriol and warm saffron. It settles into a rich, long-lasting base of musky cedarwood, creamy sandalwood, and deeply resonant myrrh and ambergris, offering an almost sun-baked, mineral quality.

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