VeraLab 2019 EDP

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Mae

by Paola Bottai

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VeraLab Mae is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Paola Bottai. Mae opens with Bergamot and Grass, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk and Amber. VeraLab's Mae carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Mae is a divisive, opinionated fragrance. Some find it a refreshing, modern take on a classic chypre, while others recoil from its initial pungent blast of musk and patchouli. It's a 'love it or hate it' affair that demands patience.
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  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
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Mae Eau de Parfum 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
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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and long-lasting nature make it suitable for various settings, leaning towards day-time wear as it's not overpowering. The fresh and clean character makes it appropriate for the office and casual outings, though some find the opening too bold for formal events.

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
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

About

Opening with a sharp, vibrant burst of bergamot and fresh-cut grass, Mae quickly transitions to a sophisticated floral heart where jasmine and lily of the valley bloom. The base settles into a clean, enduring blend of musky amber, underpinned by an earthy patchouli that provides depth and a touch of old-school elegance. It's a scent that evolves beautifully on the skin, rewarding those who wait past its initial intensity.

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