Henry Rose 2022 EDP

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Char

by Yves Cassar

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Henry Rose Char is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Yves Cassar. Char opens with Ginger, Tonka Bean, and Labdanum, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Vetiver. Henry Rose's Char carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive, intriguing, and worth sampling. Char's name hints at a smoky gourmand experience, but what you get is a complex blend of sweetness, spice, and earthiness that plays differently on everyone.
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  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Modern
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Char Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Tonka Bean48%
Labdanum28%
Ginger24%
Heartas listed
Patchouli51%
Orange Blossom49%
Baseas listed
Vetiver100%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With moderate longevity and sillage, Char is versatile but truly shines in intimate settings like dates, where its sensual, warm character can be appreciated. While some find it too sultry for the office, its balanced composition means it can work for day wear in cooler months.

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

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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Henry Rose says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Char opens with a bright, almost zesty hit of ginger, quickly mellowing into a rich, creamy blend where tonka bean takes centre stage. Hints of orange blossom add a delicate floral sweetness, preventing it from becoming overly heavy. The dry-down reveals an earthy vetiver and a clean, subtle patchouli, grounding the fragrance in a warm, sophisticated embrace. It's a journey from spicy brightness to a smooth, sweet, and comforting finish.

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