Hermès 2018 EDC

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Eau de Citron Noir

by Christine Nagel

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Hermès Eau de Citron Noir is a Cologne launched in 2018, created by Christine Nagel. Eau de Citron Noir opens with Lemon and Lime, settles into a heart of Citron, Smoke, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Guaiac Wood. Hermès's Eau de Citron Noir carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a divisive modern citrus. Expect a stunning opening that gets everyone talking, but be warned - it settles into a more generic base for some, and the performance is a hot topic. A love-it-or-hate-it marmite scent, but never boring.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Energetic
  • Modern
  • Edgy
  • Fresh
  • Bold
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Eau de Citron Noir Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon50%
Lime50%
Heartas listed
Citron33%
Smoke33%
Tea33%
Baseas listed
Guaiac Wood100%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, energetic, and clean profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear and invigorating sport use. Despite being an Eau de Cologne with varied performance, the sophisticated citrus-smoke blend makes it appropriate for dates, though less so for formal events where more gravitas might be desired. Some find it perfect for the office, appreciating its subtlety, while others note its eventual generic drydown could be less suited to professional settings.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

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

Eau de Citron Noir opens with an electrifying, juicy burst of authentic lime and citron, sharp and invigorating without smelling like a cleaning product. As it settles, a smoky black tea note emerges, adding depth and a sophisticated edge, preventing it from being 'just another citrus'. Guaiac wood weaves through the drydown, providing a subtle woody warmth that grounds the composition. It's a clean, dark citrus journey, with moments of radiant freshness and contemplative smokiness.

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