Orientica 2021 EDP

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Wild Neroli

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Orientica Wild Neroli is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Wild Neroli opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Petitgrain, settles into a heart of Neroli and Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Orientica's Wild Neroli carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one is a divisive take on neroli. Some will love it as a potent, affordable alternative to high-end freshies, while others find its intensity headache-inducing and a bit off-kilter. Expect a robust citrus-floral experience that’s anything but subtle.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Energetic
  • Fresh
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Modern
Wild Neroli Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by

Our estimate of scent similarity, calculated from published notes. How we score it

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Neroli Portofino the original Wild Neroli 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
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 Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its potent projection and intense citrus-floral profile make it excellent for casual wear and invigorating sport, but could be a bit much for intimate formal settings or a conservative office. Many reviewers noted its excellent long-lasting performance, reinforcing its suitability for broader activities.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Wild Neroli opens with a vibrant, zesty burst of bergamot, lemon, and petitgrain, giving that distinctly Mediterranean citrus grove feel. This energetic start quickly settles into a heart of lush neroli and orange blossom, which some find clean and gentle, and others describe as a powerful, almost detergent-like white floral. The base provides a soft landing with musk, cedar, and amber, adding a touch of warmth and longevity to the bright floral accords.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 1 October


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