Playboy 2010 EDT

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Play It Sexy

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Playboy Play It Sexy is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2010. Play It Sexy opens with Grapefruit, Mandarin, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Osmanthus, and Licorice, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Playboy's Play It Sexy carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive scent, many find it a surprisingly good, affordable dupe for pricier designer perfumes, but a vocal minority find it cheap-smelling and headache-inducing. Best suited for those seeking a playful, spicy vanilla fix on a budget, especially younger wearers.
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  • Playful
  • Cozy
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Play It Sexy 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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its moderate sillage and often-cited 'cheap' vibe make it less suitable for formal settings or the office. However, its sweet and spicy character is perfect for casual wear and can be surprisingly alluring for dates. Many reviewers highlight its suitability for everyday wear, especially for younger individuals.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., AQUA/WATER/EAU, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), BENZYL SALICYLATE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, HEXYL CINNAMAL, LINALOOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BUTYL ETHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, COUMARIN, BHT, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CITRONELLOL, LIMONENE, GERANIOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, CITRAL, CI 14700 (RED 4), CI 17200 (RED 33). 811-1.01

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Play It Sexy opens with a zesty burst of grapefruit and mandarin, quickly tempered by a playful hint of pink pepper. This vibrant start ushers in a warm heart of osmanthus and jasmine, intertwined with the intriguing anise-like bite of licorice. The dry down settles into a comforting vanilla, smoothed by creamy sandalwood, earthy patchouli, and the sweet embrace of tonka bean.

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Where to buy

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Import charges may apply

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3.4 fl oz (100 ml) 1 offer
The Fragrance Shop Delivers to the United States from the United Kingdom $2.37/fl oz (£6.00)- ≈$8(£6.00) Buy → Delivers to the United States from the United Kingdom

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