Police 1998 EDT

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Police Original is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1998. Original opens with Bergamot, Lavender, and Mint, settles into a heart of Violet and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Police's Original carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a mixed bag. Some call it a hidden gem for the price, others say it's just cheap and synthetic. Expect poor performance, but if you can get past that, it might just surprise you with its fresh, spicy charm.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
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Original 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
Also Works:
Summer Fall

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its weak projection and longevity make it ideal for close-quarters like the office or casual settings, as it won't offend. The fresh, aromatic profile is versatile but lacks the boldness for formal events or the lasting power for a date.

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
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Original kicks off with a fresh, aromatic hit of lavender, mint, and bergamot, giving a clean, almost bracing opening. It then softens into a powdery heart of violet and geranium, adding a touch of classic floral masculinity. The dry down is a woody hug of sandalwood, musk, and cedar, settling into a comfortable, slightly spicy base that hints at an old-school vibe.

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Where to buy

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