Extrait de parfum is a label that sets high expectations for staying power. Retailers selling Mykonos Glitch in India advertise 10-12 hours of longevity, which is an ambitious number for any fragrance. This review compares that claim against what wearers actually report, so you know what to expect from a full application.

What You’re Testing

Glitch was released in 2025 by the Indonesian house Mykonos as an extrait de parfum for men and women. The most commonly listed notes are ozonic notes, red pepper, watery notes, and ginger on top, cedarwood, lily of the valley, and ylang-ylang in the heart, and woody notes, musk, and vanilla in the base.

One discrepancy is worth knowing about before you read performance reports. Many reviewers describe Glitch as fruity, woody, and pineapple-forward, closer to a “burnt pineapple” Aventus-style profile than the clean aquatic-ozonic fragrance some retailer descriptions suggest. A separate Mykonos collaboration with Setiawan Ade, also named Glitch, lists charred pineapple, lavender, and vanilla. Listings and reviews for the two appear to overlap. Check which version you’re buying, because performance impressions in the community may blend both.

What Reviewers Report on Longevity

The numbers cluster more tightly than you’d expect:

• Several reviewers on Fragrantica describe projection and longevity of roughly 8-10 hours.
• A popular TikTok reviewer who wore it for a full day reported 8-9 hours and called the longevity good.
• On Parfumo, 17 ratings average about 7.5 out of 10 for longevity, with individual scores ranging from 5 to 8.
• One Indian retailer’s reviewers describe decent projection for 6-7 hours, and longevity of 10-12+ hours on clothing.

Put together, the most consistent real-world range on skin is roughly 7-10 hours. The brand’s 10-12 hour figure appears achievable mainly on fabric, or for people whose skin holds fragrance well. Treat it as a ceiling, not an average.

Projection: Strong Early, Moderate Later

Projection reports are more mixed than longevity ones. A few patterns show up:

• The first 1-2 hours are the strongest. Reviewers describe a noticeable presence early on. One reviewer wrote that you’ll be very aware of it in the first five minutes.
• It’s present but not overwhelming. One reviewer noted noticeable projection that wouldn’t fill an elevator, which makes it practical for shared spaces.
• Performance varies by reviewer. Parfumo sillage ratings range from 6 to 8, and one retailer lists projection as moderate rather than strong.

In practice, expect a confident opening that settles into a closer, skin-hugging scent after the first couple of hours.

The Inconsistency Factor

Not every report is positive. One reviewer who received four Mykonos bottles said three were hits, but that Glitch seemed to need time to settle and gave them an odd rubber-like note on first wear. That’s a single report, but it matches a broader pattern with extrait-strength budget fragrances: early impressions can differ from the same bottle a few weeks later.

Another reviewer thought it was nearly indistinguishable from two other popular budget fragrances, while a separate comment praised its blending and oil quality. If you already own similar fragrances, performance may not be what sets Glitch apart for you.

How Concentration Plays Into the Numbers

Extrait concentrations generally support longer wear because there’s more fragrance oil relative to alcohol, and Glitch’s 8-10 hour reports are consistent with that. It’s also worth noting where the notes come from. Woody notes, musk, and vanilla are naturally long-lasting, while ozonic and watery notes are volatile. That structure explains why Glitch is described as strongest early and quietly persistent later, rather than loud all day.

Factors That Change Your Results

• Skin type. Dry skin tends to shorten wear, and oilier skin usually extends it.
• Climate. In Indian heat, projection tends to peak earlier and fade faster, though the extrait base should hold better than a lighter EDP would.
• Application method. Clothing holds fragrance far longer than skin, which is likely why some reviewers report 10-12+ hours on fabric.
• Spray count. One retailer suggests a single spray is enough at extrait strength. Most reviewers who reported 8-10 hours appear to have used a few sprays.

What to Realistically Expect

Based on the combined reports, here’s an honest timeline for a standard application of two to three sprays:

• 0-2 hours: Strongest projection, with clear spice and fresh or fruity top notes.
• 2-5 hours: Settles into a woody, musky heart with moderate presence.
• 5-9 hours: Skin-scent territory, noticeable up close.
• Beyond 9 hours: Possible on clothing or on skin that holds scent well, but not something to count on for every wearer.

Who This Performance Suits

If you want a daily extrait that lasts through a typical workday without needing reapplication, Glitch’s 7-10 hour range is a good fit. It also suits people who prefer a presence that doesn’t dominate a room. If you need guaranteed 12-hour performance or heavy projection through the evening, the evidence doesn’t support that, and you’d likely be happier with a denser composition.

The Bottom Line

Mykonos Glitch earns a reliable 7-10 hours on skin according to the most consistent reviews, with the brand’s 10-12 hour claim best read as the upper limit on clothing or favorable skin. Projection is strongest in the first couple of hours and moderate afterward. For the price, that’s strong extrait-level performance, as long as you set your expectations to the realistic range rather than the marketing number.