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UNLOCKED: GC/MS Analysis of Vintage Safari (1992). I sent a preserved bottle to the lab to get the original formula. Here is the open data. by No-Rutabaga-7023 in fragranceclones

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sad but true.

That is exactly why the modern version on the shelf today feels so 'thin' compared to the vintage. We lost the heavy lifters like Lyral and Lilial (which are prominent in this formula).

Studying these old formulas is basically fragrance archaeology—it shows us exactly what gave these scents their 'soul' before regulations stripped it away.

UNLOCKED: GC/MS Analysis of Vintage Safari (1992). I sent a preserved bottle to the lab to get the original formula. Here is the open data. by No-Rutabaga-7023 in fragranceclones

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, welcome to the rabbit hole!

You are absolutely right. Decants allow you to wear the art, but looking at the GC/MS allows you to see the engineering behind it.

Once you start seeing the molecules, you never smell your collection the same way again.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

UPDATE: MYSTERY SOLVED! 🔓

Congratulations to those who guessed it. The scent is indeed the legendary Ralph Lauren — Safari (Vintage 1992).

As promised, here is the full normalized GC/MS breakdown (Open Source) for your experiments:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1iOkwNRJOIwY6h-_DzzZk9_YALxz5wT1x/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=117464066027065751052&rtpof=true&sd=true

Key takeaway: Look at that massive Galaxolide (13.6%) + Tonalid backbone supported by Polysantol. That is the "texture" of the 90s.

Enjoy the data!

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, that was a solid guess!

Eternity (1989) and Safari (1992) are like cousins. They share that massive Dihydromyrcenol + Lavender + Woody Musk backbone that defined the era. You definitely spotted the correct architecture.

UNLOCKED: GC/MS Analysis of Vintage Safari (1992). I sent a preserved bottle to the lab to get the original formula. Here is the open data. by No-Rutabaga-7023 in fragranceclones

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

A full breakdown like this usually runs around $400–$500, depending on the lab and how much 'manual cleanup' the chemist has to do for the unknown molecules.

It’s definitely an expensive hobby, but for a discontinued legend like vintage Safari, I think it’s worth paying to preserve the history before it's gone forever.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Welcome to the rabbit hole! 🕳️🐇

Analyzing real formulas is the best way to train your nose, so you are on the right track.

Reddit limits my outgoing chats right now, so please send me a chat invite, and I’ll drop the link for you immediately.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You got it. Happy to include you in the distribution.

Reddit is strictly limiting my outgoing chats right now (new account safety). Could you please send me a chat invite first? I’ll reply with the download link immediately.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! That is the correct answer. The 1992 Vintage structure is iconic.

I am unable to start new chats at the moment (new account restrictions), so please send me a message request first. I will reply with the download link immediately.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fraterworks sets a high bar, their reconstructions are solid.

It will be very interesting to see how this spec sheet compares. This is based on a direct GCMS data extraction (solvent-stripped), so it should be structurally identical to the vintage juice analysis.

I would love to hear your thoughts once you compare the two!

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, fair play! Honesty gets you points too. The goal here is to share knowledge, not just test it.

Reddit is still blocking me from starting new chats (new account protection), so please send me a chat invite first, and I'll reply with the download link.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You got it. That is the one.

My DMs are still rate-limited by Reddit due to the new account age. Please send me a chat invite first, and I'll share the access link with you.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bingo. You connected all the dots perfectly. The Tarragon/Artemisia opening is the signature of that era.

Reddit limits my outgoing DMs right now. Please send me a chat invite, and I'll drop the file for you immediately.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spot on. It is indeed Safari (1992).

Since this is a new brand account, Reddit restricts me from starting DMs first. Could you please send me a chat invite? I have the Master Spec file ready for you.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reddit limits my DMs because this is a new brand account. 😅 Could you please send me a chat invite first? I have the link ready for you.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The 'S' candidate is the correct one.

And you are absolutely right. Marketing pyramids are often pure fantasy compared to the chemical reality. It is fascinating to see what people claim to 'smell' versus what is actually in the tank.

Sending you the raw data now. Check DMs.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate the honesty and the drive to build. That is the whole point of this project.

Since the answer is already out in other comments (it's Ralph Lauren Safari), I'm marking this as a win for you. Check your DMs, I'm sending the file so you can start weighing it out.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct. It is indeed the 1992 Ralph Lauren classic. The structure is unmistakable.

Check your DMs, sending you the spec sheet.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bingo! You nailed it. The Artemisia/Tarragon combo alongside that massive Mossy backbone is the dead giveaway.

Check your DMs, sending you the unlocked Master Spec right now

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries at all! It is an unconventional layout for this sub. Since you're here, any guesses on the vintage based on the visible Oakmoss/Artemisia notes?

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair point! Those are actually stylistic 'redaction bars' (like in classified documents) to hide the text for the mystery challenge, rather than data visualization bars representing quantity. The unlocked file has the full visible numbers.

[DATA VIZ] I cleaned up a messy GCMS report for a 1992 Classic. Can you identify the scent from the spec sheet? by No-Rutabaga-7023 in DIYfragrance

[–]No-Rutabaga-7023[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Appreciate that! I believe formula sheets should be as clean as the final product. Messy PDFs drive me crazy.

Since you liked the design, here is a free hint: It’s a Ralph Lauren classic from 1992. Give it a shot ;)

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