Pierre Cardin 2004 EDT

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Revelation

by Daniel Molière

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Pierre Cardin Revelation is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2004, created by Daniel Molière. Revelation opens with Grapefruit, Star Anise, Mint, and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Teak, Jasmine, Incense, and Basil, and dries down to a base of Musk, Rosewood, and Sage. Pierre Cardin's Revelation carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

A divisive scent that some call a masterpiece and others 'boring'. This 2004 release has modern swagger, punching well above its weight for value and surprisingly resembling contemporary crowd-pleasers like Dylan Blue or even Bleu de Chanel.
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  • Elegant
  • Masculine
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Sophisticated
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Revelation 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with a clean, spicy profile, make it versatile for daily wear, especially casual settings or the office. While some find it elegant, its overall character leans more towards everyday appeal than 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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • 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

Revelation opens with a fresh, slightly bitter pop of grapefruit and mint, quickly spiced up by the distinctive, almost liquorice-like star anise. As it settles, a woody heart emerges with teak, softened by a hint of jasmine, and a subtle, smoky incense that adds depth. The dry down leaves a clean, masculine trail of musk, a touch of creamy rosewood, and earthy sage, grounding the earlier freshness and spice.

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