Bon Parfumeur 2021 EDC

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004 Gin Mandarine Musc

by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni

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Bon Parfumeur 004 Gin Mandarine Musc is a Cologne launched in 2021, created by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni. 004 Gin Mandarine Musc opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Nutmeg, Ginger, and Juniper, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, Tonka Bean, and Tobacco. Bon Parfumeur's 004 Gin Mandarine Musc carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is a clean, modern take on a gin-and-tonic, though it splits the room. For some, it's a classy, unique scent that smells "money rich". For others, it reminds them of children's cold medicine or aftershave. Definitely worth a try, but don't blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Energetic
  • Sophisticated
004 Gin Mandarine Musc Cologne 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its fresh and clean profile makes it adaptable, though some reviews suggest the prominent 'gin' note might not be ideal for all office settings. It's fantastic for casual wear and day dates due to its inviting, relaxed character. For formal occasions, it might be a bit too playful.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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 sharp, sparkling blast of mandarin, bergamot, and lemon, evoking a fresh gin and tonic. The heart introduces a spicy kick from ginger and nutmeg, alongside the aromatic juniper. The drydown settles into a soft, clean musk with a hint of warm tonka and perhaps some earthy patchouli, although some detect a surprisingly fresh tobacco note.

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