Bad Boy
warm spicy up front, then fresh spicy, settling into cacao.
About
Bad Boy by Carolina Herrera is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for men. Bad Boy was launched in 2019. Bad Boy was created by Quentin Bisch and Louise Turner. Top notes are White Pepper, Bergamot and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Cedarwood and Clary Sage; base notes are Tonka Bean and…
Noses: Louise Turner · Quentin Bisch
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Bad Boy smell like?
warm spicy up front, then fresh spicy, settling into cacao. Dominant accords: warm spicy, fresh spicy, cacao.
What notes are in Bad Boy?
Top: White Pepper, Bergamot, Pink Pepper. Heart: Cedarwood, Clary Sage. Base: Tonka Bean, Cacao.
How long does Bad Boy last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Bad Boy loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Bad Boy best for?
Winter is the top pick (35%). Fall is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Bad Boy?
Night wear leads at 66%. Day is a secondary pick at 34%.
Is Bad Boy for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 59% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Bad Boy?
Composed by Louise Turner and Quentin Bisch. Released in 2019.
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