Unique'e Luxury 2018 Extrait

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Izmir

by Sylvain Cara , Selim Özen , Bihter Türkan Ergül

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Unique'e Luxury Izmir is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Sylvain Cara, Selim Özen, and Bihter Türkan Ergül. Izmir opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Rose, Iris, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Vanilla. Unique'e Luxury's Izmir carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Izmir by Unique'e Luxury is one of those divisive scents - a crowd-pleasing, fruity-fresh aroma to some, while others find it generic, cloying, over-priced, or even akin to 'men's deodorant'. Performance is a point of contention, with some reporting beast mode and others, unfortunately, reporting skin scent.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Gourmand
  • Feminine
  • Elegant
Izmir 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its fresh, clean, and fruity profile makes it highly versatile for most casual and semi-formal settings, including dates. While some reviews suggest strong projection, others mention more intimate wear, leading to a moderate office suitability score.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

About

A vibrant blast of pineapple and zesty citrus notes of bergamot, lemon, and mandarin introduces Izmir. This juicy opening smoothly transitions into a heart of delicate rose and powdery iris, with a hint of spicy clove adding depth. The base provides a soft landing with creamy vanilla, tonka bean, and sandalwood, grounded by earthy patchouli and oakmoss.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 2 October


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