Hermès 2016 EDC

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Eau de Rhubarbe Ecarlate

by Christine Nagel

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Hermès Eau de Rhubarbe Ecarlate is a Cologne launched in 2016, created by Christine Nagel. Eau de Rhubarbe Ecarlate opens with Rhubarb, settles into a heart of Red Fruits and Lantana, and dries down to a base of Musk. Hermès's Eau de Rhubarbe Ecarlate carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This Hermes cologne is a controversial one, loved for its unique, tart rhubarb blast but universally maligned for its fleeting presence. It's a gorgeous scent, a fleeting romance that leaves you wanting more. If only it stuck around for longer.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Clean
  • Playful
  • Modern
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Eau de Rhubarbe Ecarlate Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Rhubarb100%
Heartas listed
Red Fruits63%
Lantana37%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and understated nature, coupled with poor longevity, makes it ideal for casual wear, quick errands, or refreshing top-ups throughout the day. It's too light for formal events and its intimite projection works well for office settings where strong scents are a no-go.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Imagine a burst of vibrant, tangy rhubarb, perfectly balanced by a sweet-sour medley of red berries. A green, almost leafy undertone grounds the fruitiness, preventing it from veering into cloying territory. As it settles, a clean, subtle musk emerges, creating an elegant, crisp finish that feels both modern and effortlessly chic.

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