Bath & Body Works 2014 EDP

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French Lavender & Honey

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Bath & Body Works French Lavender & Honey is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014. French Lavender & Honey opens with Mandarin, Violet Leaf, Melon, and Blackberry, settles into a heart of Nectarine, Jasmine, Lavender, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Oak, Musk, and Honey. Bath & Body Works's French Lavender & Honey carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you, this is a melon and fruit bomb that largely forgets its lavender and honey promises. It's pleasant enough, if a bit generic, and perfect for when you just want to smell clean and sweet without making a statement.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Relaxed
  • Casual
French Lavender & Honey Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its weak longevity and intimate sillage make it suitable for close-quarters like the office or casual settings, as it won't offend. The 'clean laundry' and 'shampoo' vibe, as noted by reviewers, makes it ideal for everyday wear, especially in warmer weather.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a juicy burst of sweet melon and nectarine, brightened by a hint of mandarin orange. As it settles, a clean, almost soapy musk emerges, accompanied by a soft, indistinct floral whisper that some might interpret as a very subdued lavender or violet. The dry down offers a touch of gentle honeyed sweetness, grounded by a faint woody oak.

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