Rabanne 2002 EDT

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Eau Paco Rabanne

by Olivier Cresp

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Rabanne Eau Paco Rabanne is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2002, created by Olivier Cresp. Eau Paco Rabanne opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange Blossom, and Lavender, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Vetiver, Pepper, and Basil, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Sandalwood. Rabanne's Eau Paco Rabanne carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly polarising beast, Eau Paco Rabanne isn't for everyone. Some call it a masterpiece of fresh, green originality, others a metallic, salty mess. But if you're over the typical 'freshie' and crave something unique, this is your jam.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Edgy
  • Unique
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Eau Paco Rabanne 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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and invigorating profile makes it ideal for everyday wear, especially in warm weather. While some find it too strong for the office, its unique character makes it a confident choice for casual outings. It's too distinctive for formal events, and not particularly romantic.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Opens with an intensely fresh, green burst of basil and sharp lemon, almost vegetal, before settling into a cool, crisp heart of peppery woods and aromatic lavender. The drydown reveals a clean musk, earthy vetiver, and subtle leather, softened by amber and sandalwood. It's a modern interpretation of a fougère, avoiding cliché with its distinctive, slightly metallic edge.

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