Valentino 2018 EDP

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Valentino Noir Absolu Musc Essence

by Olivier Pescheux

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Valentino Valentino Noir Absolu Musc Essence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Olivier Pescheux. Valentino Noir Absolu Musc Essence opens with Heliotrope and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom and Rose, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Tonka Bean. Valentino's Valentino Noir Absolu Musc Essence carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This Valentino is a divisive, soapy, aldehydic floral that some find sophisticated and musky-sexy, while others are repulsed by its vintage, 'grandma' vibe. You'll either love or loathe this clean-dirty blend, but it undeniably lasts.
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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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and sophisticated, somewhat mature character make it suitable for dates and formal events. While some find it too strong for casual wear, its clean aspects can work for daily use, though it is likely too heavy for active wear.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Opens with a striking, clean-yet-sharp burst of aldehydes and heliotrope, setting a distinctly retro tone. As it settles, a floral heart of rose and orange blossom emerges, sometimes leaning soapy, sometimes developing into a rich, powdery musk. The base solidifies with warm tonka bean and woody notes, though some find these overshadowed by persistent florals and an unlisted, but ever-present, muskiness.

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