Green Bell PepperOpens with
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AmbroxanDries down to
Marc-Antoine CorticchiatoThe nose · 4 fragrances · also made Oeilleres L'Objet Parfumant (2017)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Vilhelm Parfumerie · Sold as unisex
Body Paint
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, capturing a moment of anticipation and crisp, aromatic charm.
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Body PaintLuxury · $250+
34%Similar accords, often for lessBleu de Chanel · ChanelPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 15 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Body Paint by Vilhelm Parfumerie was launched in 2020, crafted by perfumer Marc-Antoine Corticchiato. This unisex parfum opens with a striking green bell pepper and pear accord that introduces a fresh and slightly spicy profile. The heart of the fragrance features red chilli pepper and clove, creating an unexpected contrast between warmth and freshness. As it settles into its woody base notes of cedar and oakmoss, Body Paint reveals a complex interplay of spiciness, fruitiness, and earthy undertones that make it both intriguing and versatile.
Body Paint projects best when applied in multiple light sprays. The green bell pepper note fades quickly, but the spicy and woody heart notes develop gradually over time. It’s ideal for daytime wear as it maintains a fresh yet warm presence throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Body Paint, Vilhelm Parfumerie
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Marc-Antoine Corticchiato
A chemist's PhD, a nose for empireMarc-Antoine Corticchiato is a perfumer born in Morocco to a Corsican family, raised amid his parents' citrus groves in Azemmour and the maquis of Corsican village Corticchiato.
Designer Vilhelm Parfumerie
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 28%, disliked or hated by 26%.