Oriflame 2005 EDT

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Serene

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Oriflame Serene is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2005. Serene opens with Grapefruit, Mandarin, Freesia, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Honeysuckle, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Oriflame's Serene carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A pleasant, fresh floral that brings a smile, though some find its longevity lacking. It's a crowd-pleaser that aims for versatility, making it a reliable, if not groundbreaking, daily wear.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Feminine
Serene Eau de Toilette 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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

With moderate longevity and sillage, Serene is perfectly office-friendly, as community reviews attest. Its fresh, clean profile makes it ideal for casual daytime wear, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events or the intensity for a romantic date night.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • 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

Serene opens with a bright, crisp burst of grapefruit and mandarin, softened by the delicate floral touch of freesia and the subtle tang of blackcurrant. As it settles, a charming bouquet of rose, jasmine, and honeysuckle emerges, lending a sweet, tender heart. The dry-down offers a clean, gentle embrace of musk, cedar, and sandalwood, leaving a fresh and understated trail.

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