2026
Scandal Elixir
Also asEau de Parfum · 2024 →

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Jean Paul Gaultier  ·  Sold as feminine

Scandal Elixir

The bustling energy of an urban garden party — where fresh fruits mingle with lush florals and the subtle warmth of incense in the air.

3.62125 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
irispowderyfruityearthywoodyviolet
Scandal ElixirMid-range · $40–100

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate31% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak10%
Moderate52%
Long lasting25%
Eternal6%
SillageModerate24% say strong or enormous
Intimate17%
Moderate59%
Strong22%
Enormous2%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine0%
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Unisex5%
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Feminine95%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2026 by Jean Paul Gaultier, Scandal Elixir is a Chypre Fruity fragrance created by perfumers Daphné Bugey, Bruno Jovanovic, and Fabrice Pellegrin. The composition opens with the bright burst of blackberry and blood orange, setting an immediate tone of juicy vibrancy. At its heart, iris and gardenia weave a floral blend that is both classic and modern, while ylang-ylang adds a touch of warmth and sensuality. The base notes of patchouli, vanilla, and benzoin create a warm, powdery finish that grounds the fragrance with earthy depth.

How to wear it

Apply Scandal Elixir to pulse points for a balanced experience. The fruity top notes are particularly bright, so allow them to fade slightly before venturing out. This fragrance blooms beautifully over time, making it perfect for an evening event where you want to evolve with your surroundings.

Fig. 01 — Scandal Elixir, Jean Paul Gaultier

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03 · The nose

Bruno Jovanovic

Bruno Jovanovic is a renowned star perfumer at Firmenich. Unlike many of his contemporaries, who create at the mercy of fragrance distribution, Bruno Jovanovic has developed a technique highly influenced by perfume classics.

57fragrances

Co-created with Daphné Bugey and Fabrice Pellegrin

The Scandal line

16 fragrances, compared side by side

Designer Jean Paul Gaultier

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With Ard Al Zaafaran Aabinus

Adds citrus, amber and musky; shares bergamot and vanilla.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.62/ 5 · 125 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 22%, disliked or hated by 15%.

Love22%
Like36%
OK26%
Dislike11%
Hate4%
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