Carolina Herrera 2021 EDT

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212 Heroes

by Domitille Michalon Bertier , Carlos Benaïm , Juliette Karagueuzoglou

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Carolina Herrera 212 Heroes is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Domitille Michalon Bertier, Carlos Benaïm, and Juliette Karagueuzoglou. 212 Heroes opens with Ginger, Pear, and Cannabis, settles into a heart of Geranium and Sage, and dries down to a base of Musk and Leather. Carolina Herrera's 212 Heroes carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Divisive yet undeniably popular among its target audience. While some dismiss it as a generic Invictus clone with a tacky bottle, many young users find its fresh, sweet, and green character a compliment-getting winner. Don't knock it 'til you've sniffed it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Playful
  • Modern
  • Bold
  • Youthful
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212 Heroes Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pear42%
Cannabis30%
Ginger28%
Heartas listed
Geranium52%
Sage48%
Baseas listed
Musk52%
Leather48%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, while its vibrant, youthful energy also works well for sporty activities or dates. However, its playful sweetness might be too much for strictly formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), LIMONENE, LINALOOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, CITRAL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, FARNESOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CI 14700 (RED 4), CI 17200 (RED 33), CI 60730 (EXT. VIOLET 2), CI 19140 (YELLOW 5).

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Start with a burst of sweet, juicy pear and a cheeky hint of herbal cannabis, brightened by spicy ginger. The heart settles into a fresh, green aromatic blend of geranium and sage, before drying down to a surprisingly sophisticated base of soft musk and subtle leather. It's a fresh and fruity aromatic, with an intriguing green edge and a clean finish.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United States · · checked 26 October

1.7 fl oz (50 ml) 1 offer
Fragrance365 $50.87/fl oz - $86.00 Buy →
3.0 fl oz (90 ml) 1 offer
Fragrance365 $39.76/fl oz - $121.00 Buy →

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