Scandal Intense
vanilla up front, then yellow floral, settling into sweet.
About
Scandal Intense by Jean Paul Gaultier is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. This is a new fragrance. Scandal Intense was launched in 2025. Scandal Intense was created by Daphné Bugey, Fabrice Pellegrin and Nicolas Bonneville. Top note is Cardamom; middle note is Ylang-Ylang; base note is Vanilla Absolute. Jean…
Noses: Fabrice Pellegrin · Daphné Bugey · Nicolas Bonneville
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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 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.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Scandal Intense smell like?
vanilla up front, then yellow floral, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: vanilla, yellow floral, sweet.
What notes are in Scandal Intense?
Top: Cardamom. Heart: Ylang-Ylang. Base: Vanilla Absolute.
How long does Scandal Intense last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Scandal Intense loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Scandal Intense best for?
Fall is the top pick (34%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Scandal Intense?
Night wear leads at 61%. Day is a secondary pick at 39%.
Is Scandal Intense for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 80% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Scandal Intense?
Composed by Fabrice Pellegrin and Daphné Bugey and Nicolas Bonneville. Released in 2025.
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