Prada 2018 EDP

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Candy Sugar Pop

by Daniela Andrier

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Prada Candy Sugar Pop is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Daniela Andrier. Candy Sugar Pop opens with Red Apple, Citrus, Bergamot, and Petitgrain, settles into a heart of Floral Notes and Peach, and dries down to a base of Vanilla and Caramel. Prada's Candy Sugar Pop carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This perfume is a divisive one. Many find it light, fresh, and pleasant, a good entry into gourmands without being overpowering. However, it's widely criticised for its abysmal longevity and sillage, with some calling it 'sugar water'. The name 'Sugar Pop' is also seen as misleading, as it leans more floral than true gourmand.
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  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Playful
  • Powdery
  • Youthful
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Candy Sugar Pop Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Red Apple31%
Citrus27%
Petitgrain21%
Bergamot21%
Heartas listed
Peach55%
Floral Notes45%
Baseas listed
Vanilla50%
Caramel50%

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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

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 summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its extremely weak projection and transient nature make it suitable for office wear where strong scents are a no-go. The fresh, light, and airy profile makes it a natural fit for casual settings and even sport, but its lack of presence means it won't shine on a date or formal event.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a bright, zesty burst of citrus and red apple, fresh and invigorating. As it settles, tender peach and delicate floral notes emerge, giving it a soft, clean heart. The dry-down promises a whisper of caramel and vanilla, though many struggle to detect these gourmand notes, leaving a predominantly fresh, subtly sweet skin scent.

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