Carolina Herrera · 2025 · masculine · EDP
212 VIP Black Elixir
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Notes
Concentration
Eau de Parfum
Standard modern strength, roughly 15 to 20 percent aromatic oils. All-day wear with moderate projection. The default for most contemporary designer and niche releases.
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Limited community signal on this one. Take with a grain of salt.
Skip for now unless you're specifically interested in sweet, licorice-heavy scents.
Too new for a strong community consensus yet. Early reviews mention a sweet and warm profile dominated by vanilla and black licorice, with lavender providing a fresh opening. Some users appreciate its unique blend, while others find it too sweet or overwhelming. The fragrance is suggested for evening wear and cooler seasons, but opinions on longevity and projection are still forming.
What people praise
- Unique blend of sweet and spicy notes
- Warm and inviting for evening wear
- Good for cooler weather
Common complaints
- Too sweet for some tastes
- Mixed reviews on longevity
- Limited community feedback so far
· AI generated · Generated Jun 26, 2026 · synthesized from Reddit, Fragrantica, and forum reviews
Longevity
7.0 / 10 (hours)
varies a lot
Projection
6.0 / 10
varies a lot
LongevityLasts a full day on skin, with a lingering sweetness that can be detected on clothing for a while after.
ProjectionProjects an arm's-length cloud initially, then settles closer to the skin as the day goes on.