Police 2022 EDT

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To Be Born To Shine Men

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Police To Be Born To Shine Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2022. To Be Born To Shine Men opens with Mandarin, Apple, and Mint, settles into a heart of Lavender, Cardamom, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, and Patchouli. Police's To Be Born To Shine Men carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This budget-friendly scent punches above its weight, delivering a sweet, spiced warmth that's a surprising crowd-pleaser. Don't expect beast-mode performance, but for the price, it's a solid, versatile option, especially if you enjoy the Paco Rabanne 1 Million vibe.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Playful
  • Confident
  • Cozy
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To Be Born To Shine Men 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and sweet, warm profile make it perfect for casual settings and dates where close proximity is desired. While it could work in an office, its sweetness might be a bit much for very formal environments, and performance issues mean it's not ideal for active wear.

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

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

To Be Born To Shine opens with a vibrant, fruity burst of apple and mandarin, brightened by a kiss of mint. This fresh introduction quickly mellows into a heart of warm cinnamon and cardamom, softened by aromatic lavender. The dry-down reveals a smooth, inviting blend of amber and patchouli, underpinned by a subtle, soft leather accord, creating a sweet and gently spiced warmth.

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