Jean Paul Gaultier
Scandal Eau de Parfum
A honeyed floral-gourmand with a rich, addictive character — sweet honey and white flowers over patchouli and caramel.
At a glance
Scandal Eau de Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier — Oriental. Launched 2017. Longevity 8–12 hrs. Sillage very strong. Price in South Africa: R1,650. Best for: date night, black tie evening, garden party, all-day adventure.
- Scent profile
- Oriental
- Launched
- 2017
- Longevity
- 8–12 hrs
- Sillage
- Very Strong
- Price in South Africa
- R1,650
- Gender
- Feminine
- Best for
- Date Night, Black Tie Evening, Garden Party, All-Day Adventure
Main Accords
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How this scent unfolds on your skin
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Community Opinions
Wear It When
Date Night
“Candlelight, slow conversation, and a scent trail that draws them closer.”
Black Tie Evening
“When the invitation says formal — this is what you reach for.”
Garden Party
“Blooming hedgerows, pastel dresses, and sunlight warming bare shoulders.”
All-Day Adventure
“From sunrise to sunset and beyond — one application carries you through.”
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This Scent Is For
Warm & enveloping — leaves an unforgettable impression.
Scent Mood
Peak season: ❄️ Winter (95%)
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Adds an uplifting citrus accessory to anything richer — works whenever a scent feels too heavy for the weather.
Layering Tip
Spray the heavier scent first, then the lighter one on top. Start with two scents — more than three quickly becomes muddled. Always test on skin first.
AI Review Summary
Synthesised from fragrance data
Scandal EDP is the kind of scent that announces itself before you walk into the room — a lush, honeyed embrace of gardenia and orange blossom sitting over a deeply warming base of caramel and patchouli. The beeswax and honey accord give it an almost skin-like richness that feels genuinely addictive rather than simply sweet, while a whisper of licorice in the base adds just enough edge to keep things interesting. With heavy sillage and longevity that easily pushes past eight hours, this is not a fragrance for the faint-hearted or those who prefer to go unnoticed. It's best saved for autumn and winter evenings — a dinner date, a night out in the city, or any occasion where you want to leave a lasting impression long after you've left the room.
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