The Body Shop 1990 EDT

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Oceanus

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The Body Shop Oceanus is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1990. Oceanus opens with Citrus, settles into a heart of Green Notes, Jasmine, and Lilac, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Musk. The Body Shop's Oceanus carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Oceanus is an aquatic fragrance from The Body Shop, offering an invigorating aroma that balances fresh and clean accords. It's perfect for everyday wear.
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Oceanus Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Citrus100%
Heartas listed
Jasmine47%
Lilac33%
Green Notes20%
Baseas listed
Musk60%
Woody Notes40%

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
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

The aquatic and citrus notes make it ideal for warmer months like spring and summer. Its fresh nature isn't as suited for colder seasons.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

The fresh and clean accords suit casual and office settings while retaining a subtle projection, making it less ideal for formal occasions.

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

  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Certified by Cruelty Free International · Check the register · We last checked Sept 2026 Cruelty Free International certification mark

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About

Oceanus by The Body Shop delivers a crisp aquatic experience, utilizing citrus and floral notes that create a refreshing and vibrant bouquet. Ideal for spring and summer days, its light and subtle nature makes it a go-to fragrance for casual settings and rejuvenating moments.

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