Jeanne Arthes EDP

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Sweet Sixteen

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Jeanne Arthes Sweet Sixteen is an Eau de Parfum. Sweet Sixteen opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Apple, and dries down to a base of Red Currant, Cedar, and Cypress. Jeanne Arthes's Sweet Sixteen carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This unashamedly sweet, fruity, and woody scent is pure nostalgia for some, a cloying headache for others. It’s a divisive trip down memory lane, evoking carefree teenage days, but definitely not for everyone.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Playful
  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Warm
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Sweet Sixteen Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Apple57%
Jasmine43%
Baseas listed
Red Currant43%
Cedar35%
Cypress22%

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
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Spring Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its strong sweetness and sillage, mentioned in reviews, make it less suitable for professional settings. It shines best in casual or fun date scenarios where its playful character can truly be appreciated, as many found it a great everyday fragrance in their youth.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Sweet Sixteen bursts open with a bright, zesty hit of bergamot, quickly followed by a candied apple and jasmine heart. This juicy sweetness is grounded by a woody base of cedar and cypress, with a tart kick of red currant. It’s an edible, vibrant concoction that screams youthful exuberance.

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Where to buy

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