Parfumerie Particulière 2017 Extrait

F ££ Acquired

Madeleine

by Amélie Bourgeois , Anne-Sophie Behaghel

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Parfumerie Particulière Madeleine is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Amélie Bourgeois and Anne-Sophie Behaghel. Parfumerie Particulière's Madeleine carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a seriously divisive one; some are seduced by its unique gourmand nuances, while others find it aggressively sweet or even a bit off-putting. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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  • Bold
  • Elegant
  • Powdery
  • Sweet
  • Gourmand
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Madeleine Extrait 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and unique, clean-yet-gourmand profile make it suitable for a variety of daytime settings, including the office if applied sparingly. However, its intensity and sweetness can be a bit much for formal events or sports.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond

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

Madeleine opens with a zesty burst of bergamot, quickly joined by an unusual 'green' almond note that manages to be both fresh and creamy, sidestepping the usual marzipan sweetness. As it settles, the soft, powdery heliotrope emerges, adding an ethereal, slightly cherry-like floral sweetness that blends seamlessly with a clean, enduring musk in the dry down. It's a complex dance between bright citrus, nutty cream, and delicate floral powder.

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