Diptyque 2009 EDC

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L'Eau de Tarocco

by Olivier Pescheux

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Diptyque L'Eau de Tarocco is a Cologne launched in 2009, created by Olivier Pescheux. Diptyque's L'Eau de Tarocco carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is a real chameleon, starting bright and zesty before transforming into something deeper and spicier. It's a divisive one - some find it an utter masterpiece of citrus, others get chlorine or air freshener. Definitely try before you buy, but for many, it's a unique and cherished scent.
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L'Eau de Tarocco 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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile for most occasions without being overpowering. The fresh and spicy notes make it particularly suitable for casual wear and dates, while its unique character can work well in a smart casual office setting. It's less suited for formal events where something more traditionally elegant might be preferred.

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

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

L'Eau de Tarocco opens with a vibrant, juicy burst of blood orange and grapefruit, tangy and effervescent. This citrus zing is quickly softened and deepened by a warm, spicy heart of ginger and cinnamon, with a hint of delicate rose peeking through. As it settles, a sophisticated base of Virginia cedarwood, incense, and musk emerges, grounding the initial brightness with a subtle, earthy warmth that lingers close to the skin.

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