Description
Launch & Creators
Launched in 2021, this fragrance is by Jean Paul Gaultier. The perfumers are Quentin Bisch, Christophe Raynaud, and Nathalie Gracia‑Cetto.Fragrance Family & Style
It fits in the woody‑oriental / amber‑sweet category. Scandal Pour Homme is designed to be gourmand without being overly dessert‑like; it balances sweetness with herbal and earthy tones to avoid being just candy.Note Structure
Top notes: Mandarin Orange, Clary Sage — gives a bright, fresh herbal‑citrus opening.
Heart notes: Caramel, Tonka Bean — introduces richness, sweetness, creamy depth.
Base note: Vetiver — adds wood, earthiness, and a touch of green/leafy dry‑down to ground the sweetness.
Scent Evolution & Feel
Initially you’ll notice a herbal, somewhat fresh blast from the sage and mandarin — this gives it energy and clarity. Almost immediately after, the heart of caramel and tonka bean takes over, giving a rich, sweet, creamy, gourmand core. The caramel isn’t cloying; it’s balanced with the herbal and woody parts. As the scent settles, vetiver emerges more clearly, providing earthiness and a dry woody edge that tempers the sweet. Overall, it feels warm, inviting, and comforting — with a bold sweetness front and a more grounded finish.Longevity & Projection
It performs well: longevity is above average; many users report it lasting many hours, especially because of the rich heart and base. Projection is strong in the early phases (scent trail from caramel & tonka), then tends to mellow into a softer, more intimate dry‑down.Best Use / When It Shines
Scandal Pour Homme is especially well‑suited for cooler weather (autumn, winter) and evening or night wear. Its warmth and sweetness make it great for social events, dates, nights out, where you want to leave an impression. In hot weather it might feel heavy or too sweet, so you might use less. Also good in dry evenings or climates where the caramel and tonka can come through without being masked by heat.Character & Vibe
The fragrance gives off a confident, modern masculinity. It’s flirtatious, warm, indulgent. Not shy; it’s made to be noticed. The sweetness gives approachability, the vetiver and sage give masculine backbone. It strikes that blend of sweet + strong that many find compelling. If you like scents that are bold, warm, and have gourmand touches (without going all dessert), this one is very much in that zone.
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