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Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male fragrance
Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male

EDT Intense Masculine · 2015 · by Francis Kurkdjian
6.8 /10

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male scores 8/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 8/10 longevity
From USD 60–100From EUR 52–86From GBP 44–74From PKR 17,000–28,000From AED 225–375From INR 5,673–9,455From SAR 225–375
8 Longevity
8 Sillage
5 Versatility
7 Value
5.8 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Sweet Warm Spicy Aromatic Vanilla
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileSweetWarm SpicyAromaticVanillaACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Club Date Night Evening
Seasons
Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 5.8 / 10
Extreme Heat
2/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
3/10
Poor
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
6/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
10/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

Francis Kurkdjian designed this before Le Male Le Parfum — pear-vanilla-cinnamon that's pure club energy

How It Wears

Becoming hard to find in Pakistan. The pear-cinnamon sweetness is beloved in the local winter rotation.

How It Compares

Ultra Male vs Le Male Le Parfum — the old sweet beast vs the new sweet beast

The Controversy

Discontinued in many markets, driving up prices. If you find it, buy two.

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male Worth Buying?

The short answer: yes, with context. Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male is an EDT Intense from Jean Paul Gaultier that earns its reputation through wide appeal and a Sweet, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Vanilla character that is hard to argue with. The longer answer is what this review provides — climate scores across five zones, longevity data, multi-currency pricing, and honest comparison against the alternatives.

Francis Kurkdjian designed this before Le Male Le Parfum — pear-vanilla-cinnamon that's pure club energy

The Scent: Notes, Structure & Dry-Down

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male opens with Pear, Bergamot and Black Lavender — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Cinnamon, Cumin and Clary Sage. What lingers on skin and clothing hours later is the base: Vanilla, Amber, Cedar and Patchouli.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Sweet, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Vanilla — easy to place and easy to wear.

Longevity & Projection: Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male on the Clock

Longevity (8/10): Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male delivers strong longevity for EDT Intense. On most skin types expect 8–12 hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (8/10): Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. One or two sprays is all that is needed — over-application will overpower rather than impress.

Versatility (5/10): Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male is suited to a specific context, with a clearly defined personality that not all occasions can accommodate. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (7/10): Pricing at around $60 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

Climate Performance: Where Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male Works Best

Of the five climate zones we score, Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 10/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 2/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Becoming hard to find in Pakistan. The pear-cinnamon sweetness is beloved in the local winter rotation.

It is built on Bergamot and Black Lavender, and those are exactly what heat strips out first — which is why it reads best in cooler air.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Occasions & When to Wear

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male is best suited to Club, Date Night, Evening. The projection ensures presence without deliberate effort — ideal for outdoor gatherings and social occasions where you want to register.

Seasonally, Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male performs best in Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Ultra Male vs Le Male Le Parfum — the old sweet beast vs the new sweet beast

What Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male Costs — and Whether It Is Worth It

Internationally, Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male sits at $60–$100. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 17,000–28,000 in Pakistan, AED 225–375 in the UAE, ₹5,000–₹8,500 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Sephora, department stores. GCC/UAE: Widely available — Sephora, duty free. Pakistan: Available — Scentsation, malls.

Verdict

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 6.6/10 puts Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Discontinued in many markets, driving up prices. If you find it, buy two.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male last?

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male has a longevity score of 8/10. On average skin, expect 8–12 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male worth the price?

At around $60, Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male by Jean Paul Gaultier is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male smell like?

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male is characterised by Sweet, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Vanilla accords. Opening with Pear and Bergamot, the heart revolves around Cinnamon and Cumin, settling into a base of Vanilla and Amber.

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male good for hot or humid weather?

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male was not designed for extreme heat (score: 3/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male for men or women?

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.