Bad Genius by Synesthesie
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Bad Genius by Synesthesie: A Daring Vanilla Oriental Bad Genius is the new fragrance from Synesthesie, a vanilla-oriented scent designed for both men and women. It plays on contrasts, blending warm spices, sweet notes, and woods. Launched in 2026, this fresh release has a complex structure that lives up to its provocative name. It aims to surprise while staying refined.…
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Key notes
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Top
pink pepper
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Heart
White Flowers
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Base
tonka bean
Community
3 votes
- Positive 67%
- Negative 33%
- Neutral 0%
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Fragrance profile
About Bad Genius
Bad Genius by Synesthesie: A Daring Vanilla Oriental
Bad Genius is the new fragrance from Synesthesie, a vanilla-oriented scent designed for both men and women. It plays on contrasts, blending warm spices, sweet notes, and woods.
Launched in 2026, this fresh release has a complex structure that lives up to its provocative name. It aims to surprise while staying refined.
The opening pairs pink pepper, bergamot, incense, almond, and myrtle. That first impression is fresh and aromatic, with a hint of resin that sets the stage.
In the heart, white flowers meet pistachio, licorice, yerba mate, and cashmere wood. The pistachio adds a creamy sweetness, licorice brings a subtle aniseed twist, and cashmere wood smooths everything out.
The base rests on tonka bean, patchouli, vanilla, berries, elemi, and amber. This combination reinforces the oriental character, leaving a sweet, balsamic, lightly fruity trail.
Bad Genius feels versatile: suitable for everyday moments as well as special occasions. Its amber, woody, and vanillic accords make it especially compelling in cool weather and evening wear.
Early ratings place it at 3.67 out of 5, based on a small number of reviews. As a niche release, it rewards patience and invites you to explore each stage.
For anyone who enjoys sweet fragrances with an edge, especially fans of modern orientals. If you like creamy pistachio, warm vanilla, and balsamic woods, this is worth trying.
Bad Genius is a bold, warm composition that brings together vanilla, spices, and woods with confidence. A distinctive choice for those who appreciate contrast in a perfume.
Spices Woods and mosses Fruits, vegetables and nuts Flowers White flowers Green, herbal and fougère Musk, amber and animalic
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