Carolina Herrera - Bad Boy Cobalt Elixir

Scent Profile & Character

Bad Boy Cobalt Elixir intensifies the original Cobalt DNA with a darker, richer, and more aromatic edge. It opens with aromatic sage and sharp black pepper, giving a crisp yet spicy burst. The heart develops with black truffle and resinous woods, introducing earthiness and depth, balanced by mineral and leathery tones. As it dries down, warm vanilla and smoky olibanum provide a smooth and sensual finish.

This edition hits harder, leaning into contrast—freshness meets dark gourmand and woody richness.

Versatility & When to Wear

- Best for: Cooler evenings and autumn‐winter

- Occasions: Night outs, special events, date nights

- Style: Bold, intense, and masculine with a modern edge

Where It Shines the Most

This fragrance shines in intimate, evening, or upscale settings, where its deep woody-amber notes and aromatic truffle can be fully appreciated. It’s perfect for those wanting to stand out in cooler conditions.

Fragrance Notes

- Top Notes: Sage, Black Pepper 

- Heart Notes: Black Truffle, Resinous Woods 

- Base Notes: Vanilla, Olibanum (incense) 

Performance

- Sillage: Strong — noticeable trail especially in cooler air

- Longevity: Long — lasting many hours, well suited for nighttime wear 

Creation

- Year of Release: 2024/2025 

- Perfumer: Quentin Bisch & Louise Turner

Summary

Bad Boy Cobalt Elixir is a deep, aromatic-woody fragrance with spicy and gourmand facets. It transforms freshness into power, combining herbal top notes, rich truffle and woods in the heart, and a warm vanilla-incense base. Ideal for nights, colder weather, and when you want a scent that commands attention.