Ex Nihilo 2016 EDP

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Devil Tender

by Nadège Le Garlantezec

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Ex Nihilo Devil Tender is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Nadège Le Garlantezec. Devil Tender opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Pink Pepper, and Peach, settles into a heart of Rose and Tea, and dries down to a base of Suede, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Heliotrope. Ex Nihilo's Devil Tender carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This "tender" devil divides opinion. Some find it a beautifully blended, soft rose; others, a generic and overpriced offering for a niche house. It's a lovely scent, but be prepared for a skin scent and make sure it doesn't remind you of something cheaper.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Romantic
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Devil Tender Eau de Parfum 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:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its soft sillage and delicate accords make it perfect for office wear or a close-quarters date. While pleasant for casual outings, its price point and lack of projection mean it might be overlooked for formal events or vigorous activity.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

A gentle, powdery rose takes centre stage, softened by creamy vanilla and a whisper of suede. A sprightly burst of pink pepper and grapefruit offers a fleeting, tart opening, before settling into the heart of delicate tea-infused rose. The drydown reveals a comforting blend of sandalwood and heliotrope, adding a subtly sweet and woody warmth to the overall airy composition.

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Where to buy

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