Dua Formula 010
Fragrance notes
Character
Dua Formula 010 throws a wide net across the scent wheel. Mandarin orange and lime sit beside banana and apple, while strawberry and raspberry add a bright, candy-like edge. Pink pepper and cloves bring a gentle heat that keeps the fruit from becoming flat. Violet leaves and chamomile add a soft, herbal green touch that feels clean rather than sharp.
The drydown is where the composition finds its true weight. Sandalwood and cedar create a smooth wood framework, while patchouli and oakmoss introduce a damp, earthy depth. Leather and oud provide a dark, resinous contrast to the earlier fruit, and vanilla wraps the sharper edges in a warm, gourmand blanket. Saffron and cinnamon lend a spicy, golden glow, and musk lingers quietly in the background. Fir and artemisia keep the base from feeling too sweet, adding a conifer freshness that cuts through the heavier notes.
Walking through a cool forest path while leaves crunch underfoot suits this blend perfectly, as the crisp air highlights the citrus and green facets before the woods take over. Plum and jasmine add a lush, slightly powdery richness that feels comforting against the chill. The aldehydes give everything a slight sparkle, lifting the heavier materials so the fragrance never feels completely grounded. Geranium and rose offer a floral softness that blends into the skin, and the mixture of fruit, spice, and resin continues to shift
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