
Ciara
amber up front, then balsamic, settling into sweet.
About
Ciara by Revlon is a Oriental fragrance for women. Ciara was launched in 1973. The nose behind this fragrance is Harry Cutler. Top notes are Raspberry, Neroli, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Brazilian Rosewood, Ylang-Ylang, Orris, Jasmine and Palmarosa; base notes are Opoponax, Incense, Leather, Vanilla, Musk and Cedar.…
Nose: Harry Cutler
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
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 Ciara smell like?
amber up front, then balsamic, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: amber, balsamic, sweet.
What notes are in Ciara?
Top: Raspberry, Neroli, Bergamot, Lemon. Heart: Brazilian Rosewood, Ylang-Ylang, Orris, Jasmine, Palmarosa. Base: Opoponax, Incense, Leather, Vanilla, Musk, Cedar.
How long does Ciara last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Ciara loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Ciara best for?
Fall is the top pick (40%). Winter is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Ciara?
Night wear leads at 58%. Day is a secondary pick at 42%.
Is Ciara for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 37% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Ciara?
Composed by Harry Cutler. Released in 1973.
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