In-Carnation by Laboratorio Olfattivo

Brand: Laboratorio Olfattivo

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Jean-Claude Ellena's carnation: spicy clove-like carnation softened with vanilla and traces of rose.

Is In-Carnation worth it?

How it smells: Opens with carnation, vanilla at the heart, then dries down to rose.

Scent Score: 43/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 32, versatility 67, layerability 46 and value 32, each out of 100.

What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for daytime and dates. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Unisex.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2026 · Unisex

Key accords: Carnation, Vanilla, Rose

Top Notes

  • Carnation

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Occasions: Daytime, Date Night

Seasons: Spring, Fall

Fragrance overview

In-Carnation by Laboratorio Olfattivo belongs to the floral fragrance family. Jean-Claude Ellena's carnation: spicy clove-like carnation softened with vanilla and traces of rose. In-Carnation opens with Carnation. The heart brings Vanilla. It dries down to Rose.

How to wear In-Carnation

On skin, In-Carnation by Laboratorio Olfattivo has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for daytime and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Dia Man by Amouage. Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dia Man on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays In-Carnation : 2 sprays Dia Man and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

In-Carnation opens with Carnation.

The heart brings Vanilla.

It dries down to Rose.

What to layer with In-Carnation

  • Amouage Dia Man bottle

    Dia Man by Amouage

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and rose.

    Order: Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dia Man on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays In-Carnation : 2 sprays Dia Man

  • Al Haramain Amber Oud White Edition bottle

    Amber Oud White Edition by Al Haramain

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and rose.

    Order: Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud White Edition on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays In-Carnation : 1 spray Amber Oud White Edition

  • Al Haramain Portfolio Euphoric bottle

    Portfolio Euphoric by Al Haramain

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and rose.

    Order: Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portfolio Euphoric on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays In-Carnation : 2 sprays Portfolio Euphoric

  • Xerjoff Uden bottle

    Uden by Xerjoff

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and rose.

    Order: Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Uden on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays In-Carnation : 2 sprays Uden

  • Armaf Club de Nuit Intense Man bottle

    Club de Nuit Intense Man by Armaf

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and rose.

    Order: Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Club de Nuit Intense Man on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays In-Carnation : 1 spray Club de Nuit Intense Man

Pairings to approach with care

  • Amouage Opus VII Reckless Leather bottle

    Opus VII Reckless Leather by Amouage

    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Floral and Leather notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Opus VII Reckless Leather brings a leather contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Opus VII Reckless Leather on top for leather lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays In-Carnation : 1 spray Opus VII Reckless Leather

  • Afnan Supremacy Incense bottle

    Supremacy Incense by Afnan

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Supremacy Incense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Supremacy Incense brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Supremacy Incense on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays In-Carnation : 1 spray Supremacy Incense

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for In-Carnation?

In-Carnation opens with Carnation. The heart brings Vanilla. It dries down to Rose.

How long does In-Carnation last, and how strong is it?

In-Carnation by Laboratorio Olfattivo has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear In-Carnation?

It's best in spring and fall. It suits daytime and date night.

What layers well with In-Carnation?

Dia Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and rose. Apply In-Carnation first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dia Man on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays In-Carnation : 2 sprays Dia Man.

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