Hugo Boss 2009 EDP

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Boss Element

by Nathalie Feisthauer

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Hugo Boss Boss Element is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Nathalie Feisthauer. Boss Element opens with Citrus and Rain, settles into a heart of Ginger and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Musk and Cedar. Hugo Boss's Boss Element carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Boss Element is a fresh, clean scent that evokes a breezy, aquatic vibe, though some find it a bit too generic or fleeting. It's safe, pleasant, and perfect for those who want to smell subtly good without making a fuss.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Modern
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Boss Element Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Rain51%
Citrus49%
Heartas listed
Ginger57%
Coriander43%
Baseas listed
Cedar57%
Musk43%

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:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile with moderate sillage makes it ideal for office and casual wear. The short longevity means it's less suited for formal events or dates where a more substantial presence is desired.

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 cool, clean breeze after a light rain, infused with a bright burst of citrus. This fresh aquatic scent then settles into a heart of spicy ginger and aromatic coriander, adding a subtle kick. The journey finishes on a clean, grounding base of musky cedar, leaving a relaxed and unobtrusive trail.

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