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Perfume extract
ILIOS Scorpio
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Scorpio — a citrus-fruity extrait by ILIOS
ILIOS Scorpio is a unisex fragrance released in 2026 by ILIOS, a perfume brand from Chile.
The composition is presented in parfum, or extrait, concentration, so its character can be described as rich and expressive.
Its olfactory profile features citrus and fruity nuances complemented by a warm amber base, vanilla and white musk.
Scorpio was created without strict gender boundaries: it will appeal to both women and men who enjoy noticeable, juicy and warm compositions.
The name evokes an image of magnetic, powerful energy, while the fragrance's high intensity makes it especially suitable for those who appreciate a pronounced sillage and do not seek to go unnoticed.
Fragrance pyramid and development
The top notes of Scorpio open with the freshness of Calabrian bergamot and a luminous orange accent. The citrus opening is bright and dynamic, creating a sensation of cleanliness and sunlight.
As the composition develops, it transitions into a fruity heart that softens the freshness and adds a rounded, seductive sweetness.
The final stage of the fragrance's development is built around amber, Madagascar vanilla and white musk.
The amber accord lends warmth and depth, vanilla makes the scent creamier and softer, while musk maintains a clean, long-lasting trail.
As a result, Scorpio combines a sparkling citrus style with a rich fruity-amber base.
Character, sillage and wearability
ILIOS Scorpio is described as having a very strong sillage, so the fragrance can noticeably accompany its wearer throughout the day.
The extrait is best applied to the skin with a small number of sprays, especially when first getting acquainted with the composition.
No precise application recommendations for skin or clothing have been provided for this release, so its intensity should be adjusted individually, taking the weather, surroundings and your own sensitivity to the fragrance into account.
The citrus-fruity opening makes Scorpio appealing for warm weather, while the amber-vanilla base also allows it to be worn during the cooler season.
For the office and small spaces, it is best to choose a moderate dosage, while in the evening, outdoors or at an event, the composition's substantial sillage can be especially striking.
The perfumer and the brand's style
The fragrance was created by Maximiliano Cifuentes.
In Scorpio, he works with a distinctive contrast between a fresh opening and a warm development: bergamot and orange shape the first impression, while amber, vanilla and white musk create a voluminous base.
This balance reflects ILIOS's direction well: the brand creates unisex fragrances in parfum and extrait concentrations.
Scorpio stands out among light citrus compositions precisely through the density and power of its character.
It is not simply a fresh fragrance with a fruity nuance, but a rich extrait with a vivid opening and a soft, warm aftertaste.
For a similar mood, consider Xerjoff Erba Pura, and also compare it with Parfums Constantine La Mia Roma and Parfums Vintage Gallus.
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