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In 2008, Playboy introduced Malibu — a fragrance that's hard to forget. By character, a masculine fragrance drawing from the fern family. The fragrance was crafted by perfumer John Gamba. In eau de toilette — and that's all it takes to fall in love.
It carries a noticeable sillage, leaving a trail that lingers pleasantly in the air. It's a light presence — longevity is low, perfect for those who love something airy. Behind this fragrance stands the United States and its rich perfumery heritage. Malibu Playboy — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance has low persistence and lasts on the skin for about 2–3 hours, gradually fading and smoothly revealing its main notes
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The composition of Malibu is shaped as a cohesive olfactory arc, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The signature of Playboy is evident in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette keeps the right density and pace of development.
From the group perspective the profile is anchored in Fruit, Citrus, Green and Aromatic. The palette also extends to Floral, Spicy, Whiteflower and Wood. Within olfactory families the scent maps to Fern.
Right at the start you catch invigorating sunny top notes: Apple, Citrus accord, Green Chord and Lemon Verbena.
In the central layer you meet Coriander, Iris, Jasmine and Virginian Cedar holding a spicy-aromatic direction.
The stylistic positioning is masculine, which makes the scent profile easier to read. For persistence Low indicates a stable lasting impression. In trail behavior Noticeable describes the way the scent radiates.
In summary Malibu holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the heart develops the core line, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best understood in wear.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Playboy |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.playboyfragrances.com |
| Year of production | 2008 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Designer Parfums Ltd |
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