Hermès 2009 EDC

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Eau de Pamplemousse Rose

by Jean-Claude Ellena

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Hermès Eau de Pamplemousse Rose is a Cologne launched in 2009, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Eau de Pamplemousse Rose opens with Orange and Grapefruit, and settles into a heart of Rose. Hermès's Eau de Pamplemousse Rose carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, photo-realistic grapefruit opening, swiftly followed by a soft, fresh rose. However, this beauty is tragically fleeting, a common complaint that plagues an otherwise stunning fragrance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Bright
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Eau de Pamplemousse Rose Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Grapefruit50%
Orange50%
Heartas listed
Rose100%

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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

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:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, delicate nature and poor longevity make it perfect for casual wear or as an inoffensive office scent, though you'll need to reapply frequently. It's too subtle for formal events or dates where you want to make a lasting impression.

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

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

Opens with an exhilarating burst of juicy, bitter grapefruit, so real you can almost taste it. This vibrant citrus gradually mellows, allowing a delicate, dewy rose to unfurl, bringing a soft floral elegance. A subtle hint of orange provides a touch of sweetness before it fades into a clean, slightly green whisper.

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