Paul Smith 2003 EDT

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Paul Smith Extreme Man

by Olivier Pescheux , Marie-Aude Couture

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Paul Smith Paul Smith Extreme Man is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2003, created by Olivier Pescheux and Marie-Aude Couture. Paul Smith Extreme Man opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Geranium, Nutmeg, and Rosemary, and dries down to a base of Musk, Rosewood, and Tonka Bean. Paul Smith's Paul Smith Extreme Man carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you, there's nothing 'extreme' about this one. It's a fresh, unassuming scent that's loved by some for its clean simplicity, and dismissed by others as forgettably generic. Perfect for those who prefer their fragrance barely-there.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Subtle
  • Masculine
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Paul Smith Extreme Man 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its poor longevity and low sillage make it ideal for office wear or casual daytime use, as it's unlikely to offend. It's not strong enough for formal events or impactful date nights, but its fresh character suits the gym or quick errands.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Paul Smith Extreme Man opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot and lemon, quickly softened by a dash of warm cardamom. The heart unfolds with aromatic geranium and rosemary, spiced with nutmeg, giving it a classic masculine edge. It settles into a gentle, musky base with touches of warm rosewood and tonka bean, leaving a clean, subtly woody trail.

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