Puredistance 2010 EDP

U ££ Acquired

M No. 03

by Roja Dove

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Puredistance M No. 03 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Roja Dove. M No. 03 opens with Bergamot and Lemon, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Leather, and Vetiver. Puredistance's M No. 03 carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A divisive powerhouse with an equally powerful price tag. Fans hail it as Roja Dove's magnum opus, a luxurious spiced leather that leaves a mesmerising trail. Detractors call it overrated, unoriginal, and a cloying mess of conflicting notes. It's not for the faint of heart - or those on a budget.
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  • Luxurious
  • Classic
  • Sensual
  • Confident
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M No. 03 Eau de Parfum 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity (often cited at 10-20+ hours), M No. 03 is better suited for evenings and special occasions where its opulence can shine without overwhelming. Its rich, spicy leather profile lends itself well to formal events and intimate dates, but the intensity makes it less ideal for casual wear or the office.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Eugenol from Cinnamon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

M No. 03 opens with a fleeting citrus spark from bergamot and lemon before plunging into a rich, warm heart of cinnamon and clove, sweetened subtly by vanilla and a hint of rose. The true star is the lavish leather, intertwined with earthy patchouli, oakmoss, and labdanum, creating a deep, resonant base with musky and animalic undertones. It’s a complex, evolving scent that commands attention.

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