Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male

for men

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male is a bold Oriental men’s fragrance that mixes juicy pear, vanilla warmth, and spice for confident nights out.

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male

4.2 oz EDT Spray
$116.00 USD
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Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male
$116.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male takes the brand’s playful masculine style in a sweeter, louder direction. You get juicy pear up front, backed by aromatic lavender, warm spice, and a rich vanilla-amber base that stays noticeable for hours. It shines at night, especially for dates, parties, and social settings where a softer fresh scent would disappear. If you enjoy sweet, attention-getting fragrances with real warmth, this is a strong pick.

Accords

Sweet
Vanilla
Aromatic
Fruity
Warm Spicy
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A Scent For

This suits someone who enjoys sweet fragrances with real presence and does not mind being noticed. It fits outgoing personalities, evening dress-up, and anyone who wants a scent that feels flirtier than fresh office-clean. Many wearers describe it as a strong going-out choice because it keeps its warmth and sweetness for a long time. Not the best fit if you want something understated, dry, or barely-there.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Winter
Winter
Spring
Spring

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

Nighttime is where this one makes the most sense. Fall and Winter are ideal, with Spring evenings also working well when the air is cooler. It feels right for date nights, parties, bars, and social events where a richer scent adds to the mood. In a tight office, at the gym, or during hot weather, the sweetness can feel too thick. This is much more of an after-dark pick than an all-day freshener.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Bergamot
Bergamot
Black Mint
Black Mint
Lavender
Lavender
Pear
Pear

Middle Notes

Caraway
Caraway
Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Clary Sage
Clary Sage

Base Notes

Amber
Amber
Black Vanilla Husk
Black Vanilla Husk
Cedar
Cedar
Patchouli
Patchouli

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Ultra Male comes in sweet, fruity, and instantly noticeable, with pear giving it a juicy pop while lavender keeps it from feeling syrupy. Black mint adds a cool edge rather than a toothpaste effect, and bergamot brings a little lift. The overall impression is playful, bold, and nightlife-ready from the start, not quiet or restrained. It feels youthful, confident, and designed to stand out more than blend into the background.

How it develops

Once it settles, the fruity sweetness thickens into something warmer and spicier. Cinnamon and caraway add a cozy kick, while clary sage keeps a bit of aromatic freshness running through the middle. In the drydown, vanilla and amber become the main story, giving it a creamy, rich finish with cedar for structure and patchouli adding a darker, earthy depth. It stays full-bodied rather than turning light or airy.

History

Released in 2015, Ultra Male is Jean Paul Gaultier’s bolder follow-up to the house’s classic masculine line. It keeps the familiar lavender signature but pushes the scent into a sweeter, fruitier, more nightlife-focused direction. Within the brand’s range, it sits firmly on the louder, more playful side rather than the clean everyday side.

Perfumier

Francis Kurkdjian

Country of Origin

France

Year Created

2015

Our Verdict

Buy it if you want a sweet, warm, high-impact night scent with strong personality and lasting power. Skip it if you prefer crisp freshness, subtle projection, or something better suited to hot days and quiet settings.

The Closest Scents to Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male

Ultra Male is known for its sweet, fruity opening of pear and mint, grounded by a warm vanilla and amber base. This selection explores the same Oriental territory, focusing on rich vanillas, warm spices, and aromatic accents. The recommendations share a sweet, seductive foundation but vary in intensity, structure, and additional notes, offering a curated range for those who enjoy Ultra Male's bold character.

Le Male shares Ultra Male's Oriental character with a prominent vanilla and warm spicy accord, plus a lavender and mint top. While Ultra Male is fruitier with pear, Le Male leans more on aromatic herbs and a classic barbershop feel. The base of amber, cedar, and tonka bean provides a similar sweet warmth, but Le Male is less sweet and more aromatic overall.

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Aromatic
Vanilla
Warm Spicy
Sweet
Amber
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party

Le Male Elixir intensifies the vanilla and adds a tobacco note, echoing Ultra Male's sweet warmth but with a darker, smokier edge. Both open with bergamot, lavender, and mint, but Elixir swaps Ultra Male's fruity pear for honey and tobacco. The result is a richer, more potent scent suited for colder nights, with a similar seductive pull.

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Vanilla
Sweet
Amber
Aromatic
Tobacco
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party

Layton matches Ultra Male's vanilla and warm spicy core but introduces a fruity apple note alongside lavender and geranium. Where Ultra Male is minty and fresh in the opening, Layton is more aromatic and floral. The base of cardamom, guaiac wood, and patchouli adds a woody complexity, making it a versatile alternative with a similar sweet warmth.

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Vanilla
Warm Spicy
Fruity
Woody
Aromatic
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Bad Boy shares Ultra Male's warm spicy and aromatic accords but takes a darker turn with cacao and black pepper. The bergamot and pepper top notes provide a sharp contrast to Ultra Male's fruity mint opening. The base of amberwood and tonka bean offers a similar sweet warmth, but Bad Boy is more leathery and less sweet, with a pronounced cacao richness.

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Warm Spicy
Aromatic
Amber
Cacao
Woody
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party
Xerjoff Lira

Xerjoff Lira

for women
$148.00

Lira echoes Ultra Male's sweet vanilla and warm spicy profile but adds a gourmand caramel note and blood orange. While Ultra Male is minty and aromatic, Lira is brighter and more citrus forward with a licorice and cinnamon heart. The vanilla and musk base provides a similar sweetness, but Lira feels lighter and more feminine, suitable for versatile wear.

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Sweet
Vanilla
Citrus
Warm Spicy
Caramel
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel

This fragrance shares Ultra Male's warm spicy and vanilla accords, with a chestnut and rum twist. The bergamot and elemi opening is less fruity and more boozy than Ultra Male's pear and mint. The base of chestnut, cedar, and Madagascar vanilla creates a cozy, sweet warmth that feels similar but more gourmand and nutty, perfect for cold evenings.

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Warm Spicy
Vanilla
Amber
Woody
Sweet
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party

Phantom Intense combines aromatic and vanilla accords like Ultra Male, but with a fresh spicy edge from cardamom and lemon. The lavender and orange blossom middle adds a floral touch absent in Ultra Male. The base of cedar, moss, and vanilla is earthier and less sweet, making it a fresher, more modern alternative with a similar aromatic backbone.

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Aromatic
Vanilla
Amber
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party
Nishane Ani

Nishane Ani

for women and men
$185.00

Ani shares Ultra Male's vanilla and warm spicy foundation but adds a green, spicy opening with blue ginger and pink pepper. The rose and black currant middle introduces a fruity floral complexity not found in Ultra Male. The base of ambergris, benzoin, and cedar provides a similar sweet warmth, but Ani is more unisex and sophisticated, with a powdery finish.

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Vanilla
Warm Spicy
Amber
Woody
Powdery
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Burberry Goddess

Burberry Goddess

for women
$114.00

Goddess centers on vanilla and aromatic accords like Ultra Male, but with a lavender and ginger top that is less sweet and more herbal. The cacao and vanilla caviar middle adds a subtle chocolate note, while the base is pure vanilla absolute. It lacks Ultra Male's fruity mint and spice, offering instead a softer, more feminine vanilla experience with a similar cozy warmth.

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Vanilla
Aromatic
Sweet
Warm Spicy
Amber
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Everyday
Everyday
Evening Out
Evening Out
Parfums de Marly Carlisle

Parfums de Marly Carlisle

for women and men
$398.00

Carlisle matches Ultra Male's warm spicy and vanilla accords but introduces a green apple and saffron top that is both fruity and spicy. The floral heart of jasmine, osmanthus, and violet adds complexity absent in Ultra Male. The base of patchouli and vanilla provides a similar sweet warmth, but Carlisle is more aromatic and woody, with a refined, luxurious feel.

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Warm Spicy
Vanilla
Woody
Sweet
Aromatic
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Bond No. 9 Dubai Garnet

Bond No. 9 Dubai Garnet

for women and men
$243.00

Dubai Garnet shares Ultra Male's aromatic and amber accords but leans floral with jasmine and rose. The black pepper and cardamom top adds spice without fruit. The base of amber, musk, and oakmoss is less sweet and more earthy than Ultra Male's vanilla and patchouli. It offers a similar warm, spicy character but with a floral, musky twist suitable for formal occasions.

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Aromatic
Floral
Fresh Spicy
Amber
Musky
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party

Le Male Le Parfum intensifies the vanilla and aromatic accords of Ultra Male with a cardamom top and iris middle. It lacks the fruity pear and mint, focusing instead on a powdery, woody warmth. The base of vanilla and woodsy notes is deeper and less sweet than Ultra Male, making it a more mature, sophisticated choice for evening wear with a similar seductive aura.

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Vanilla
Aromatic
Warm Spicy
Powdery
Woody
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal