Diptyque 2018 EDP

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Tempo

by Olivier Pescheux

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Diptyque Tempo is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Olivier Pescheux. Tempo opens with Bergamot and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Mate, Violet Leaf, and Clary Sage, and dries down to a base of Patchouli. Diptyque's Tempo carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is *the* patchouli for those who crave depth without the dirt. Tempo brings a clean, modern twist to an enigmatic note, but beware - for some, it's a barely-there whisper, while for others, it's a full-bodied embrace. Divisive, intriguing, and undeniably chic, it demands a personal sampling.
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Tempo Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot50%
Pink Pepper50%
Heartas listed
Clary Sage33%
Mate33%
Violet Leaf33%
Baseas listed
Patchouli100%

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 Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and smooth patchouli make it suitable for office wear, though it shines brighter in more intimate or casual settings. The sophisticated earthy-herbal profile is well-suited for dates and relaxed outings, especially in cooler weather. It's too rich and complex for sporting activities.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Tempo opens with a lively burst of pink pepper and bergamot, quickly ushering in an aromatic heart of distinct patchouli. This isn't your hippy-shop patchouli; it's refined and clean, softened by verdant violet leaf and the intriguing herbal freshness of mate tea. Clary sage deepens the aromatic woody notes, weaving a complex tapestry that’s both earthy and subtly spicy, finishing with a smooth, almost chocolatey warmth on the skin.

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