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Softness of Vanilla Iris

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The Dua Brand Softness of Vanilla Iris is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2025. Softness of Vanilla Iris opens with Carrot Seeds, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Magnolia, and Osmanthus, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Vetiver. The Dua Brand's Softness of Vanilla Iris carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a bit of an enigma, and if you're not already an iris fiend, its sharp, powdery facets might not be your cup of tea. A definite skin chemistry tester.
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  • Clean
  • Soft
  • Fresh
  • Cozy
  • Powdery
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Softness of Vanilla Iris Extrait bottle

Scent 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.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall

Its powdery, soft spicy and iris composition leans towards autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and clean, powdery profile make it a good fit for office or casual wear where subtlety is key. The distinctive iris might be too specific for formal events, and it's certainly not built for sport.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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 The Dua Brand says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Imagine a soft, powdery veil, initially spiced with a crisp, earthy blend of carrot and coriander, sharpened by a hint of pink pepper. This intriguing opening leads into a floral heart where delicate iris and osmanthus bloom, softened by jasmine and magnolia. The dry down settles into a comforting, musky warmth, anchored by cedar and vetiver, with a creamy vanilla and orchid hum.

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