Hermès 2012 Parfum

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Voyage d'Hermes

by Jean-Claude Ellena

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Hermès Voyage d'Hermes is a Parfum launched in 2012, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Voyage d'Hermes opens with Spicy Notes, Lemon, Cardamom, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Green Notes, Rose, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Hermès's Voyage d'Hermes carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Voyage d'Hermes Parfum is a divisive one. While many adore its sophisticated, natural cardamom and fresh citrus, a vocal minority find it too subtle or, bizarrely, reminiscent of flea treatment. Not everyone gets the hype, but those who do are utterly devoted.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Confident
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Voyage d'Hermes Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cardamom31%
Lemon28%
Spicy Notes26%
Juniper16%
Heartas listed
Tea24%
Green Notes22%
Rose19%
Floral Notes19%
Hedione17%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes30%
Musk26%
Amber24%
Sandalwood20%

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 Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and clean, fresh profile make it ideal for office and casual wear, as many users highlight its inoffensive nature. While elegant enough for some formal settings, it's generally considered too light for true impact, and its fresh notes make it surprisingly good for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, LIMONENE, CITRONELLOL, LINALOOL, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, GERANIOL, BHT, FARNESOL, COUMARIN, CITRAL, CINNAMAL

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Voyage d'Hermes Parfum kicks off with a spirited burst of lemon and juniper, sharpened by a very realistic, earthy cardamom. It quickly settles into a refined heart of green tea, subtle florals, and rose, which some find almost creamy. The base grounds this airy concoction with smooth sandalwood, warm amber, and clean musk, creating an elegant, balanced drydown that’s both fresh and inviting.

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Where to buy

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