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402 vanilla, toffee, sandalwood
by Bon Parfumeur
Bon Parfumeur 402 is a light, gourmand vanilla fragrance with a soft, clean, and airy character. It opens with subtle floral and green apple notes, creating a fresh and delicate impression that feels almost skin-like. The vanilla and caramel are smooth and sweet but lack depth, leaning more toward synthetic or candy-like sweetness rather than the rich warmth of real vanilla. The heliotrope and benzoin add a powdery, slightly ambery softness, while sandalwood is faint and barely perceptible. The overall impression is elegant, gentle, and minimalist—more like a sweet whisper than a bold statement. It’s best suited for daytime wear, especially in cooler seasons, and offers a nostalgic, dreamy quality that makes it feel comforting and well-blended.
Pros
- +Light and refreshing, making it suitable for year-round wear, especially in spring and autumn
- +Well-balanced and soft, with a pleasant gourmand character that avoids cloying or heavy sweetness
- +Clean, elegant, and easy to wear discreetly—ideal for those who want a faint, sweet scent without standing out
Cons
- −Lacks longevity—touches of moderate wear only and fades noticeably within a few hours
- −Makes minimal impact on the skin—sillage is discreet and barely detectable
- −Slight artificial or candy-like quality may be off-putting for those seeking authenticity or depth