A Balm Of Calm
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Twilly d'Hermès Ginger
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A supremely tranquil iris-lavender blend, A Balm Of Calm is a contemporary Penhaligon's with powdery elegance and gentle, woody depth. Perfect for moments of quiet confidence and understated sophistication.
This one's a proper divisive scent. For some, it's a 'happy bottled' clean affair, akin to luxury soap or freshly laundered clothes. For others, it's a sharp, synthetic nightmare, veering into air freshener territory. Definitely try before you buy, it's not a safe blind one.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 4% |
| Floral | 20% | 25% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 16% | 3% |
| Sweet | 14% | 16% |
| Warm | 14% | 17% |
| Woody | 27% | 29% |
| Earthy | 11% | 5% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 13% | 23% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The blend of powdery iris, lavender, and sandalwood suits cool spring and crisp autumn days, while its moderate warmth and freshness make it wearable in milder winters but less ideal in summer heat.
Occasions
The gentle projection and serene, non-intrusive character make it excellent for the office and casual wear, while its subtle complexity lends itself to intimate settings but is too soft for sport or high-formality occasions.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and often light projection makes it ideal for office and sport where subtlety is key. While many find it uplifting, its 'clean laundry' character and moderate longevity might lack the punch for formal events or a special date night.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Fresh Spicy, Woody accords
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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