Scandal Elixir by Jean Paul Gaultier
Women 2026
Description
Scandal Elixir by Jean Paul Gaultier is a fruity chypre fragrance for women. This creation, launched in 2026, was designed by Daphné Bugey, Bruno Jovanovic and Fabrice Pellegrin. In its opening, the composition unfolds an explosion of blackberry, pink pepper, blood orange and bergamot. The heart of the fragrance reveals floral and spicy elegance with iris, iris root, gardenia, sambac…
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Key notes
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Top
Blackberry (Black Raspberry)
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Heart
iris
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Base
patchouli
Community
58 votes
- Positive 55%
- Negative 17%
- Neutral 28%
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In the collection
Leading answer I want it
477 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Like it
58 votes
Season
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59 votes
Time of day
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37 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Scandal Elixir
Scandal Elixir by Jean Paul Gaultier is a fruity chypre fragrance for women. This creation, launched in 2026, was designed by Daphné Bugey, Bruno Jovanovic and Fabrice Pellegrin. In its opening, the composition unfolds an explosion of blackberry, pink pepper, blood orange and bergamot. The heart of the fragrance reveals floral and spicy elegance with iris, iris root, gardenia, sambac jasmine, ylang-ylang and cinnamon. Finally, the base settles on a warm and woody foundation of patchouli, benzoin and vanilla.
Fruits, vegetables and nuts Spices Flowers White flowers Woods and mosses Resins and balsams
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
23 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
23 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
20 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
19 votes
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rescented9
Scandal Parfum is one of my favourites; seeing the notes of blackberry and iris, I jumped at the chance to try it. It’s nothing like my usual favourite: the blackberry opening is potent at first before softening. It leaves a moderate-to-heavy trail on my skin; I applied it to my arm and could still smell it through my jumper while working. I just had a sample of La Vie Est Belle Elixir, and yes, they do air out quite a bit, though I felt the fruity note in LVEB was sweeter and juicier, whereas this Scandal feels more earthy. So far, it hasn’t gone crazy on me, but I’ll give it time. It’s intense and, for now, I see it as suitable for cold weather rather than everyday wear, as I think it would overwhelm me.
rescented9
Scandal Parfum is one of my favourites; seeing the blackberry and iris notes prompted me to try it. Nothing like my favourite, though; the blackberry opening is potent before softening. It has a moderate-to-heavy trail on my skin—I applied it to my arm and could still smell it through my jumper while working. I just had a sample of La Vie est Belle Elixir and they do blend well, though the fruity note in LVEB felt sweeter and juicier, whereas this Scandal is more earthy. So far it hasn’t gone crazy on me, but I’ll give it time. It’s intense and, for now, I see it as suitable for cold weather rather than everyday wear, as I think it would overwhelm me.
Faroli
I didn’t like it. I recognise the quality and know it will have its following, but it’s not for everyone. If they removed the blackberry note, it would be closer to what it actually smells like: patchouli, iris and amber. They tried to imitate blackberry but failed to capture it. The scent is earthy. Dark perfume lovers will adore it. This isn’t a novelty; I’ve heard it before, even at a lower price point: Sofía de Sofía Vergara, Rihanna Rebl Fleur Love Always and I Want Choo Le Parfum by Jimmy Choo.
anamaestracorreo
What a delightful scent, it’s a caramel blast of iris and violets. I’ve loved it.
stronger
It’s gorgeous, a super feminine iris that smells like lipstick.