Revlon 1973 EDT

F £ Acquired

Charlie Blue

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Revlon Charlie Blue is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1973. Charlie Blue opens with Geranium, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Oakmoss. Revlon's Charlie Blue carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

A truly divisive icon that's not for the faint-hearted. Charlie Blue is either a magnificent, budget-friendly classic or a dreadful scrubber that conjures images of dog poo. You'll love it or properly hate it, there's no in-between.
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  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Edgy
  • Warm
Charlie Blue Eau de Toilette 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:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

Given its strong performance and assertive mossy-woody character, Charlie Blue is best suited for casual wear where its boldness can shine without overwhelming. Its intensity makes it less ideal for office settings, though some find it acceptable for dates or more informal evening events where a retro flair is appreciated.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • 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

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About

Charlie Blue opens with a fierce blast of potent oakmoss, intensely green and earthy, quickly joined by the aromatic bite of geranium. As it settles, a clean, slightly powdery rose and jasmine emerge, softened by a touch of warm sandalwood and a musky undertone. The mossy spine remains prominent throughout, giving it a dry, vintage chypre character that’s both assertive and intriguing, evoking a fresh yet 'dirty' feel.