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Olympéa Intense

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Rabanne Olympéa Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Olympéa Intense opens with Grapefruit Blossom, Orange Blossom, and Pepper, settles into a heart of Salt, Amber, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Ambergris. Rabanne's Olympéa Intense carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast. It's a love-it-or-hate-it kind of amber-vanilla bomb, packing a serious punch. If you're after potent, salty sweetness with serious longevity, you're in for a treat, but be warned - it's not for the faint of heart or nose.
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  • Bold
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Sweet
Olympéa Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

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.

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 Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for office wear, where it might overwhelm. Conversely, this rich, sensual profile and impressive performance are perfect for date nights and formal events, though some find it a bit much for casual daytime use.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

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About

Imagine indulging in a rich, buttery caramel drizzled with sea salt, then imagine it's been left out in the sun, slowly deepening and warming. Olympéa Intense weaves together a syrupy vanilla and rich amber, given a surprising kick by a prominent salty accord. Hints of orange blossom and pepper peek through, adding a touch of floral spice to this sweet, almost gourmand, concoction. It dries down to a warm, woody whisper, clinging to the skin for hours.