Estée Lauder Cinnabar Eau de Parfum is a heritage oriental-spicy fragrance and an icon of late-1970s perfumery. Composed by Bernard Chant and Josephine Catapano in 1978, this 50ml spray pairs warm spice and tangerine with a sumptuous floral heart and a deep, smouldering incense-and-amber drydown.
About Estée Lauder
Founded in New York in 1946 by Estée Lauder herself, the house is one of the world's most prestigious skincare and fragrance brands. Cinnabar — released alongside YSL Opium in 1978 — became a defining oriental fragrance of its era and remains a beloved classic in The House of Estée Lauder collection.
Fragrance notes
- Top: spices, cloves, tangerine, peach, orange blossom, bergamot
- Heart: cinnamon, carnation, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily, rose, lily of the valley
- Base: incense, Tolu balsam, amber, benzoin, sandalwood, patchouli, vanilla, vetiver
Olfactory family: oriental spicy | Launched: 1978 | Perfumers: Bernard Chant and Josephine Catapano
Who it's for
Lovers of classic, full-bodied oriental fragrances and anyone who collects vintage-era perfumery. Excellent for evening wear, special occasions and the cooler months from autumn through winter.
How to use
- Spray onto pulse points: inner wrists, neck and behind the ears.
- Hold the bottle 15–20cm from the skin for an even mist.
- Allow the fragrance to dry naturally — avoid rubbing the wrists together.
- Refresh sparingly through the evening — the EDP concentration projects strongly.
Specifications
- Format: Eau de Parfum spray
- Size: 50ml
- Concentration: Eau de Parfum
- Family: oriental spicy
- Gender: for her
- Best for: evening, autumn and winter wear
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