The Body Shop 2008 EDT

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Life Is

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The Body Shop Life Is is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008. Life Is opens with Citrus, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Lily, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood. The Body Shop's Life Is carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Life Is is a light, simple floral with citrus, lily, jasmine and sandalwood. It is easy and inoffensive, a reasonable pick for everyday wear.
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Life Is Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Topas listed
Citrus100%
Heartas listed
Lily56%
Jasmine44%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood100%

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:
Office Casual Sport

Its weak longevity means it's best suited for short, casual wear or even as a room spray, as some reviewers suggest. The light, inoffensive nature makes it suitable for office settings, but the lack of projection limits its impact elsewhere.

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

Launched in 2008, this Eau de Toilette has a short list of notes. It opens with citrus, a bright and fresh start. The heart is lily and jasmine, soft and floral. The base is sandalwood, which adds a smooth, creamy woodiness. It is a light, clean floral that stays simple and gentle, and suits daytime and warm weather.

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