Shay & Blue London 2013 EDP

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Almond Cucumber

by Julie Massé

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Shay & Blue London Almond Cucumber is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Julie Massé. Almond Cucumber opens with Cucumber, settles into a heart of Almond Blossom and Mimosa, and dries down to a base of Almond. Shay & Blue London's Almond Cucumber carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Prepare for a distinctly unusual blend that splits opinion right down the middle- some find it an addictive, fresh marvel, others a watery, disappointing mix. This isn't your average almond or cucumber, so sample first.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Unusual
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
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Almond Cucumber Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cucumber100%
Heartas listed
Almond Blossom51%
Mimosa49%
Baseas listed
Almond100%

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:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its light, fresh, and often low-sillage profile makes it suitable for office environments and ideal for casual wear or as a post-workout refresh where you want something clean and invigorating. However, its understated nature makes it less impactful for dates or formal events where a more assertive fragrance is usually preferred.

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

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond

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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Shay & Blue London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim
  • Vegan Brand-stated Shay & Blue London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Almond Cucumber opens with an immediate, bracing splash of fresh, dewy cucumber, creating an aquatic and ozonic freshness. This crispness is soon joined by the delicate, powdery sweetness of almond blossom and mimosa, softening the initial green burst. The dry down settles into a subtle nutty almond, maintaining a clean, slightly sweet character throughout.

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