Contes de Parfums 2022 EDP

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Hydra

by Ilias Ermenidis

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Contes de Parfums Hydra is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Ilias Ermenidis. Hydra opens with Watermelon and Mint, settles into a heart of Hyacinth and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Sea Water and Musk. Contes de Parfums's Hydra carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This marine-floral fragrance excels as a fresh summer staple for those who adore aquatic scents. It’s well-loved for its unique take on watermelon and mint, though some find it a bit too common, like a thousand other designer aquatics.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
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Hydra Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Watermelon56%
Mint44%
Heartas listed
Hyacinth61%
Jasmine39%
Baseas listed
Sea Water64%
Musk36%

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, aquatic profile makes it ideal for casual wear, sport, and warmer weather. While potentially suitable for an office, its distinctiveness might be a bit much for some professional settings; it's a bit too 'beachy' for formal events.

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

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • 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

Dive into Hydra, a floral fruity aquatic that conjures images of sun-drenched Greek islands. It opens with an invigorating splash of juicy watermelon and crisp mint, quickly followed by the elegant bloom of hyacinth and jasmine, lending a delicate floral heart. As it settles, a distinctive marine accord emerges, blending with clean musk for a lasting impression of salty air and seaside freshness. It’s a clean, green, and uniquely aquatic aroma.

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