Carat
green up front, then floral, settling into yellow floral.
About
Carat by Cartier is a Floral fragrance for women. Carat was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Mathilde Laurent. Top notes are Green Notes, Pear and Bergamot; middle notes are Hyacinth, Tulip, Narcissus, Lily, Honeysuckle, Violet and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Mimosa and White Musk. Cartier Carat…
Nose: Mathilde Laurent
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Hyacinth, Tulip, Narcissus, Lily, Honeysuckle, Violet, Ylang-Ylang
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 perfumes for beginners — More Cartier picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Carat smell like?
green up front, then floral, settling into yellow floral. Dominant accords: green, floral, yellow floral.
What notes are in Carat?
Top: Green Notes, Pear, Bergamot. Heart: Hyacinth, Tulip, Narcissus, Lily, Honeysuckle, Violet, Ylang-Ylang. Base: Mimosa, White Musk.
How long does Carat last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Carat loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Carat best for?
Spring is the top pick (48%). Summer is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Carat?
Day wear leads at 87%. Night is a secondary pick at 13%.
Is Carat for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 79% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Carat?
Composed by Mathilde Laurent. Released in 2018.
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