Rabanne 2013 EDT

M ££ Acquired

Black XS L'Aphrodisiaque for Men

by Olivier Cresp

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Rabanne Black XS L'Aphrodisiaque for Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Olivier Cresp. Black XS L'Aphrodisiaque for Men opens with Cinnamon and Saffron, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Cypress, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Leather, Almond, and Praline. Rabanne's Black XS L'Aphrodisiaque for Men carries an Acquired verdict, a spicy-led wear.

Divisive yet undeniably potent, Black XS L'Aphrodisiaque is either a 'sexy beast' for clubbing or a cloying, uninspired mess. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair that promises to get you noticed.
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  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
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Black XS L'Aphrodisiaque for 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
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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

With eternal longevity and enormous sillage, this fragrance is far too loud for office or sport. It's built for nights out and dates, where its strong presence and sensual nature can shine without overwhelming.

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

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond

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

Opening with a fiery, spicy kick of cinnamon and saffron, this scent quickly transitions into a syrupy heart where honey and sweet orange blossom entwine with a hint of green cypress. The dry down is where it truly defines itself, with a dominant, rich leather note softened by the gourmand sweetness of praline and a nutty almond undertone, creating a dark and indulgent finish.

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