R.E.M.
sweet up front, then lavender, settling into powdery.
About
R.E.M. by Ariana Grande is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women. R.E.M. was launched in 2020. The nose behind this fragrance is Alexis Grugeon. Top notes are Zefir, Caramel, Salt, Fig and Quince; middle notes are Lavender and Pear Blossom; base notes are Musk, Tonka Bean and Sandalwood.
Nose: Alexis Grugeon
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Ariana Grande picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does R.E.M. smell like?
sweet up front, then lavender, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: sweet, lavender, powdery.
What notes are in R.E.M.?
Top: Zefir, Caramel, Salt, Fig, Quince. Heart: Lavender, Pear Blossom. Base: Musk, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood.
How long does R.E.M. last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is R.E.M. loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is R.E.M. best for?
Winter is the top pick (30%). Fall is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for R.E.M.?
Day wear leads at 53%. Night is a secondary pick at 47%.
Is R.E.M. for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 33% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made R.E.M.?
Composed by Alexis Grugeon. Released in 2020.
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