Fragrance / 2025Bad Boy Cobalt Absolute by Carolina Herrera is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. This is a new fragrance. Bad Boy Cobalt Absolute was launched in 2025. Top notes are Blue Lavender, Blue Sage and elemi; middle notes are Truffle, Oud and Geranium; base notes are Vanilla, Oak and Vetiver. Bad Boy Cobalt Absolute redefines seduction, unveiling the most intense and captivating expression of Bad Boy to date. This aromatic woody fragrance reveals a richer, more opulent vision of modern masculinity. Cool, vibrant notes of blue lavender and sage ignite the opening with aromatic freshness, seamlessly melting into the earthy allure of white truffle. Warm golden vanilla and refined oakwood add depth and sensuality, leaving behind a smooth, lingering trail of effortless sophistication.The Bottle Bold and architectural, the iconic lightning-bolt bottle is reimagined in deep cobalt-blue glass, accented with ribbed gold detailing. Striking and magnetic, its powerful geometric form embodies elevated masculine luxury and irresistible allure.Key Ingredients: Lavender, Vanilla & OakwoodOlfactive family:AROMATIC Woody AmberyTop Notes:Elemi, Blue Sage & Blue LavenderHeart Notes: Mineral Blue Oud, Geranium & White TruffleBase Notes: Golden Vanilla, Oakwood & Vetiver
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Shares vanilla; Woody accord

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Shares vanilla, clary sage, oud / agarwood; Woody, oud, vanilla accords

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