Rabanne 2014 EDT

F ££ Acquired

Black XS Potion for Her

by Olivier Cresp , Émilie Coppermann

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Rabanne Black XS Potion for Her is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2014, created by Olivier Cresp and Émilie Coppermann. Black XS Potion for Her opens with Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Rose and Hellabore Flower, and dries down to a base of Amber and Sandalwood. Rabanne's Black XS Potion for Her carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This flanker is a divisive one. Fans adore its dark, sweet, and unique character, equating it to a magical potion. Critics find it underwhelming, generic, or too similar to the original, lacking the promised depth.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Bold
  • Edgy
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Black XS Potion for Her Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Grapefruit100%
Heartas listed
Rose51%
Hellabore Flower49%
Baseas listed
Amber54%
Sandalwood46%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and dark, sensual character make it less suitable for office wear. This scent truly shines on dates or special occasions where its unique, bold presence can be fully appreciated, though some find it versatile enough for daily casual wear in colder weather.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

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

Black XS Potion offers a dark, sweet, and woody journey. It opens with a bitter grapefruit zest, quickly deepening into an ambery, powdery rose heart. Sandalwood provides a substantial, grounding base, creating an intriguing blend that’s both familiar and mysteriously unique. It’s a scent that hints at a hidden complexity, with whispers of spicy warmth and a fluid, almost liqueur-like texture.

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