Rabanne 1994 EDT

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XS

by Rosendo Mateu , Gérard Anthony

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Rabanne XS is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1994, created by Rosendo Mateu and Gérard Anthony. XS opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Rosemary, settles into a heart of Rosewood, Geranium, Coriander, and Juniper, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Rabanne's XS carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A divisive yet enduring classic, XS splits opinion between those who adore its fresh, clean 90s vibe and those who find it dated or aggressive. Handle with care, this scent means business.
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  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Energetic
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XS 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 Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, clean, and herbal character makes it suitable for daytime wear, with many reviewers specifically mentioning the office and casual settings. While some find it too strong for formal events, its invigorating qualities suit sport and general casual use well.

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
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • 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

XS bursts forth with a sharp, invigorating hit of mint, bergamot and rosemary, underscored by an almost icy, metallic freshness. As it settles, a clean, woody heart of rosewood and juniper emerges, mingling with sage and coriander. The dry down mellows into a classic masculinity, with warm sandalwood, earthy patchouli, and a subtle touch of musk and vanilla providing depth and longevity.

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