Radical Rose

Radical Rose by Matière Première: intense modern with saffron, patchouli, and warm woods

When developing Radical Rose, perfumer Aurélien Guichard sought to magnify the natural richness of Rose Centifolia Absolute from Grasse to an unprecedented intensity. The fragrance was constructed around a massive dosage of rose absolute and saffron, creating a composition that feels both luminous and deeply textured. Matière Première describes it as an overdose of rose pushed to its most powerful and sensual dimension, balancing floral opulence with spicy warmth and woody depth. The result is a striking interpretation of rose that feels simultaneously elegant, bold, and contemporary — a fragrance where velvety petals collide with dark woods and radiant spice.

 

Olfactory Notes

The fragrance opens with the vivid richness of Saffron and Pepper Berries, instantly giving the rose a warm, spicy vibrancy. As the scent develops, the heart reveals an exceptionally concentrated Rose Centifolia Absolute from Grasse, delivering a lush floral intensity that feels both natural and amplified. In the dry down, Indonesian Patchouli and Labdanum add depth, darkness, and an ambered warmth that anchors the composition in a sensual woody trail. The result is a rose fragrance that remains powerful, textured, and radiant from opening to dry down.

 

Olfactory notes: Floral, Spicy, Woody, Ambery
Fragrance Family: Floral Oriental

Top notes: Saffron, Pepper Berries
Heart notes: Rose Centifolia Absolute
Base notes: Patchouli, Labdanum

• Concentration: Eau de Parfum
  
• Made in: France
  
• Parfumeur: Aurélien Guichard
  
• Year of Launch: 2020

If you're wondering about how long Radical Rose Matière Première will last, Fragrantica users commonly report excellent longevity, with the fragrance often remaining noticeable for 8 to 10 hours or longer while projecting strongly during the first several hours. 

Ingredients: Alcohol Denat., Parfum (Fragrance), Aqua (Water), Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Linalool, Citral, Farnesol, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol.