Zoologist Perfumes 2017 EDP

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Dragonfly

by Juan M. Pérez

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Zoologist Perfumes Dragonfly is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Juan M. Pérez. Dragonfly opens with Rain, Lemon, Heliotrope, and Peony, settles into a heart of Cherry Blossom, Rice, Clover, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Papyrus, Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Zoologist Perfumes's Dragonfly carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, watery floral with an unusual powdery rice note that's been tragically reformulated. Find the original purple juice if you can, because the new stuff is apparently pure pickle juice and sadness. This one was loved for its unique, tranquil charm.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Powdery
  • Feminine
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Dragonfly 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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its delicate sillage and fresh, clean profile make it ideal for the office or casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. While not overtly romantic, its unique calm could work for a relaxed date. It's too subtle for formal events, but its refreshing nature suits light sporting activities.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Dragonfly opens with a fresh, airy burst of aldehydes, lemon, and delicate peony, evoking the first drops of rain. This quickly deepens into a serene heart of aquatic lotus and powdery iris, grounded by a distinctive basmati rice note and accented by cherry blossom. The dry down is a soft, earthy blend of papyrus, sandalwood, and oakmoss, wrapped in a gentle musk. It perfectly captures a peaceful waterside scene after a spring shower.

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