Orientica 2018 EDP

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Waterfall

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Orientica Waterfall is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Waterfall opens with Bergamot, Apple, Clary Sage, and Rain, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Lavender, Geranium, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Oakmoss, and Ambergris. Orientica's Waterfall carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

If you're after a loud, classic freshie that shouts across the room, this is your guy. Some will love its unapologetic citrus-floral punch, others will find it a bit too 'old-school sport cologne' for their taste.
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Waterfall Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Cool Water by Davidoff
82%
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Cool Water the original Waterfall inspired by

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Community season votes for Davidoff Cool Water, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its beastly projection and strong presence make it a less-than-ideal choice for a quiet office setting. However, its fresh and clean aquatic-citrus profile is perfect for casual wear or even light sporting activities, though it might be a bit too brash for formal events.

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

  • Eugenol from Nutmeg
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • 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

Waterfall opens with a drenching splash of bergamot, rainwater, and crisp green apple, instantly invigorating the senses. This fresh aquatic burst is quickly met by a vibrant heart of lavender and orange blossom, spiced subtly with nutmeg and geranium. The dry down, however, is where the classic barbershop vibe kicks in, with a foundation of oakmoss, cedar, and musky ambergris providing a clean, yet somewhat dated, finish.

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