Ultraviolet
“Ultraviolet by Rabanne is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men”
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Well loved by wearers — a green, aromatic composition with a amber undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 2001 by Rabanne, Ultraviolet is a composition that balances the freshness of mint and pepper with the earthy richness of vetiver and oakmoss. Jacques Cavallier Belletrud crafted this Oriental Woody fragrance to evoke a sense of modern elegance through its aromatic and spicy notes. The amber and vanilla base adds warmth and depth, creating a scent that feels both contemporary and lasting.
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Application Tips
This fragrance blooms gradually on the skin, so allow it to settle for at least an hour before reapplying if needed. The spicy notes are prominent initially but give way to a warm, woody base, making it ideal for daytime wear.
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud
Founding perfumer · 19 fragrances
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud was born January 24, 1962, in Grasse, France, into a family of perfumers spanning his father and grandfather. He began work at a perfume factory in Grasse straight out of high school, moving through Charabot, Quest International, and PFW before joining Firmenich in 1990, where he created fragrances for Christian Dior, Givenchy, Issey Miyake, and Lancôme. In 2012 he became master perfumer for Louis Vuitton, developing the house's first fragrance collection, and in 2018 opened Louis Vuitton's Les Fontaines Parfumées creative center in Grasse. He won the Prix François Coty in 2004.
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The story behind the bottle.
The crisp morning after a long journey, where the air is invigorating with hints of earth and warmth from the surroundings.
Fig. 01 — Ultraviolet, Rabanne
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