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Hypnotic Poison Eau Secrete

by François Demachy

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Dior Hypnotic Poison Eau Secrete is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by François Demachy. Hypnotic Poison Eau Secrete opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Neroli and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Vanilla. Dior's Hypnotic Poison Eau Secrete carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Don't bother tracking down this discontinued flanker. It promised a fresher take on Hypnotic Poison but mostly delivered a watered-down, fleeting disappointment. Fans of the original will feel let down.
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  • Cozy
  • Gourmand
  • Feminine
  • Soft
  • Romantic
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Hypnotic Poison Eau Secrete Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mandarin37%
Orange34%
Bergamot29%
Heartas listed
Jasmine53%
Neroli47%
Baseas listed
Vanilla100%

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh citrus opening and lighter vanilla base make it generally suitable for many casual and office settings, especially given its often-reported weak longevity and soft sillage. However, it lacks the depth and projection for typical formal events, though some find it acceptable for dates given its intimate nature.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Hypnotic Poison Eau Secrete opens with a lively, zesty burst of bergamot, mandarin, and orange. This bright citrus gives way to a delicate heart of jasmine and neroli, adding a subtle white floral touch. The base is a soft, sweet vanilla, a nod to its iconic predecessor, but here it often feels diluted and less impactful.

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