Hugo Boss 2022 EDP

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The Collection Courageous Rose

by Michel Almairac , Steve Guo

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Hugo Boss The Collection Courageous Rose is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Michel Almairac and Steve Guo. The Collection Courageous Rose opens with Bergamot and Geranium, settles into a heart of Papyrus, Patchouli, Rose, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood. Hugo Boss's The Collection Courageous Rose carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a crowd-pleaser for good reason. A surprisingly rich, accessible rose-patchouli that outclasses many pricier niche options. Grab it on discounters - it's a steal that punches well above its weight.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Masculine
  • Fresh
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The Collection Courageous Rose Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and rich, warm spicy accords make it less ideal for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events where its luxurious character can shine. It's too heavy for sports but sophisticated enough for formal 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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Courageous Rose opens with a vivid spiced rose, brightened by bergamot, leading quickly into a heart of rich saffron and deep frankincense. It's a balsamic, almost sweet journey that settles into a woody base of sandalwood and earthy patchouli, with the rose maintaining a constant presence throughout. The incense adds a smoky, sophisticated edge.

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