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Mandrine

by Jo Malone

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Jo Loves Mandrine is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Jo Malone. Mandrine opens with Bergamot, Bitter Orange, and Petitgrain, and settles into a heart of Spicy Notes and Thyme. Jo Loves's Mandrine carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A joyous, uplifting citrus that's less a cologne, more a sun-drenched vibe. It balances familiar freshness with an intriguing, playful twist, making it a surprisingly versatile crowd-pleaser.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Playful
  • Clean
  • Modern
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Mandrine Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot33%
Bitter Orange33%
Petitgrain33%
Heartas listed
Spicy Notes50%
Thyme50%

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
Also Works:
Fall

Built on citrus, aromatic and fresh spicy - a composition that sits best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, aromatic nature makes it excellent for casual wear or sport, and a good choice for the office without being overpowering. While perhaps too playful for very formal occasions, its exotic edge could work well for a daytime date.

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
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange

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

Mandrine explodes with a sunny, effervescent burst of bitter orange and zesty bergamot, immediately invoking images of Mediterranean groves. This isn't just a simple citrus though; a peppery, spicy warmth from thyme and petitgrain adds an aromatic depth, preventing it from veering into one-dimensional territory. It feels undeniably fresh, yet intriguing, with a lively green undercurrent that keeps it vibrant from first spritz to last.

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