Scandal
honey up front, then sweet, settling into white floral.
About
Scandal by Jean Paul Gaultier is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women. Scandal was launched in 2017. Scandal was created by Daphné Bugey, Fabrice Pellegrin and Christophe Raynaud. Top notes are Blood Orange and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Honey, Gardenia, Orange Blossom, Jasmine and Peach; base notes are Beeswax,…
Noses: Fabrice Pellegrin · Christophe Raynaud · Daphné Bugey
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
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 winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
- Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Jean Paul Gaultier picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Scandal smell like?
honey up front, then sweet, settling into white floral. Dominant accords: honey, sweet, white floral.
What notes are in Scandal?
Top: Blood Orange, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Honey, Gardenia, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Peach. Base: Beeswax, Caramel, Patchouli, Licorice.
How long does Scandal last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Scandal loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Scandal best for?
Winter is the top pick (40%). Fall is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Scandal?
Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Scandal for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 87% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Scandal?
Composed by Fabrice Pellegrin and Christophe Raynaud and Daphné Bugey. Released in 2017.
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