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Deseo

2008Men

woody up front, then citrus, settling into powdery.

Deseo by Jennifer Lopez is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Deseo was launched in 2008. Deseo was created by Ellen Molner and James Krivda. Top notes are Bamboo Leaf, Yuzu, Sicilian Bergamot and Freesia; middle notes are Mimosa, Orange Blossom, Rose Geranium and Star Jasmine; base notes are…

woody citrus powdery floral

Noses: James Krivda · Ellen Molner

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Bamboo Leaf, Yuzu, Sicilian Bergamot, Freesia
Heart· 2–4h
Mimosa, Orange Blossom, Rose Geranium, Star Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Patchouli, Musk, Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Atlas Cedar, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

74%

46%

43%

41%

38%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Summer46%Spring26%Fall16%Winter11%Day70%Night30%Wears female53%

Skin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Jennifer Lopez picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Deseo smell like?

woody up front, then citrus, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: woody, citrus, powdery.

What notes are in Deseo?

Top: Bamboo Leaf, Yuzu, Sicilian Bergamot, Freesia. Heart: Mimosa, Orange Blossom, Rose Geranium, Star Jasmine. Base: Patchouli, Musk, Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Atlas Cedar, Amber.

How long does Deseo last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Deseo loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Deseo best for?

Summer is the top pick (46%). Spring is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Deseo?

Day wear leads at 70%. Night is a secondary pick at 30%.

Is Deseo for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 53% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Deseo?

Composed by James Krivda and Ellen Molner. Released in 2008.