Shiseido 2023 EDP

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Ginza Intense

by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni , Maïa Lernout

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Shiseido Ginza Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni and Maïa Lernout. Ginza Intense opens with Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Vanilla. Shiseido's Ginza Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a slow burner. Generic and a bit samey to start, but give it time and Ginza Intense opens up into a gorgeous, sophisticated fruity rose that many consider a solid crowd-pleaser for its balanced sweetness and wearability. Others will probably just call it boring.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Soft
  • Sensual
  • Clean
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Ginza Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Blackcurrant100%
Heartas listed
Rose100%
Baseas listed
Patchouli62%
Vanilla38%

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and elegant, non-intrusive nature makes it a good fit for most settings, including the office, if applied sparingly. The sensual drydown, particularly with the patchouli and vanilla, lends itself well to date nights, while the fresh rose keeps it versatile for casual outings.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), WATER(AQUA/EAU), DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, TRIS(TETRAMETHYLHYDROXYPIPERIDINOL) CITRATE, EUGENOL, CITRAL, FARNESOL, RED 4 (CI 14700), YELLOW 5 (CI 19140), EXT. VIOLET 2 (CI 60730).

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Ginza Intense opens with a bright, juicy burst of blackcurrant, quickly giving way to a delicate, fresh rose that feels plucked straight from the garden rather than heavily concentrated. As it settles, a soft, earthy patchouli emerges, grounding the florals, while a hint of vanilla adds a creamy smoothness, creating a well-rounded and subtly sensual scent. The fruitiness persists, keeping the rose from becoming too traditional, evolving into a sophisticated and understated aroma.

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Where to buy

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