In The Box 2019 EDP

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Dark Water

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In The Box Dark Water is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. Dark Water opens with Sea Water and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Geranium, Rosemary, and Sage, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Incense. In The Box's Dark Water carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Dark Water is a solid freshie that leans masculine, a versatile crowd-pleaser that's hard to dislike. It's got that bracing 'cool air' vibe without being overtly marine.
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Dark Water Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot51%
Sea Water49%
Heartas listed
Sage38%
Rosemary34%
Geranium28%
Baseas listed
Incense58%
Patchouli42%

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 performance and fresh, clean profile make it suitable for almost any casual or office setting, and it's particularly good for sport. While it's generally versatile, it might be a bit too casual for very formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

It opens with a brisk, cool splash of sea water and a zesty bergamot kick, immediately conjuring a refreshing, open-air feel. As it settles, a clean, aromatic heart emerges with herbaceous rosemary and sage, accented by a subtle floral lift from geranium. The dry down introduces a grounded earthiness with patchouli, softened by a wispy, almost spiritual haze of incense, leaving a clean yet intriguing trail.

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