Jo Malone London 1992 EDC
Grapefruit
by Jo Malone
Jo Malone London Grapefruit is a Cologne launched in 1992, created by Jo Malone. Grapefruit opens with Grapefruit and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Allspice, Jasmine, Rosemary, and Mint, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Jo Malone London's Grapefruit carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.
This one's a divisive hit-or-miss. Some rave about its fresh, invigorating citrus kick, while others find it too sharp, too masculine, or just not grapefruity enough. If you're after a pure, sweet grapefruit, look elsewhere. If a complex, aromatic citrus with an unexpected edge sounds good, maybe give it a sniff.What our verdicts mean →
- Fresh
- Clean
- Energetic
- Modern
- Edgy
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Best Occasions
Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, especially given its intimate sillage. However, the often-described masculine edge and lack of sweetness make it less ideal for dates or formal events where a more universally appealing or elegant scent might be preferred.
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
- Oakmoss
Other declarable allergens
- Spearmint
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
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