Penhaligon s The Favourite
Penhaligon s

The Favourite

CitrusFloralMuskyWoody

The Favourite by Penhaligon'sis a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. The Favourite was launched in 2020. The nose behind this fragrance is Alienor Massenet. Top notes are Violet, Freesia and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Mimosa, Iris and Jasmine Sambac; base notes are Musk, Ambroxan and Sandalwood.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity6–8 hrs
Sillage (projection)Moderate

When to wear The Favourite

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about The Favourite

What does Penhaligon s The Favourite smell like?+

Penhaligon s The Favourite is a citrus, floral, and musky fragrance. The opening is mandarin orange. the heart settles on mimosa, iris, and jasmine sambac. the dry-down rests on musk, ambroxan, and sandalwood.

How long does Penhaligon s The Favourite last on skin?+

Penhaligon s The Favourite is estimated to last 6–8 hrs on skin (a 4/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Penhaligon s The Favourite?+

Penhaligon s The Favourite projects at a moderate level (3/5 sillage). Expect it to be noticeable within arm's reach without overpowering the room.

When should I wear Penhaligon s The Favourite?+

Penhaligon s The Favourite is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Penhaligon s The Favourite during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Penhaligon s The Favourite worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Penhaligon s The Favourite fits collectors looking for citrus, floral, and musky signature. ScentCast members can add Penhaligon s The Favourite to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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