Jo Malone London 2016 EDP

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Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense

by Mathilde Bijaoui

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Jo Malone London Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Mathilde Bijaoui. Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense opens with Lavender, settles into a heart of Myrrh, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Almond. Jo Malone London's Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

A silky, resinous embrace of myrrh and creamy tonka, this Cologne Intense is both comforting and sophisticated. A modern classic for lovers of plush, sweet orientals with a refined, soothing character.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
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Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender100%
Heartas listed
Myrrh100%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean37%
Vanilla35%
Almond28%

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
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The plush warmth of myrrh, tonka, and vanilla make this ideal for fall and winter, draping the wearer in a cozy, resinous sweetness. It can work in spring on chilly days, but its richness can be cloying in summer heat.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate projection and sensual warmth make it a standout for romantic evenings and formal occasions where an inviting aura is welcome. It can be worn in the office if applied lightly, but feels out of place for sport or intense activity.

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

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense opens with a smoky, almost arid lavender that quickly settles into a plush heart of omumbiri myrrh. The resinous core is softened by a creamy, almost milky tonka bean, merging with sweet vanilla and nutty almond for a velvety, addictive drydown. Despite its richness, the scent feels airy and translucent, offering a cashmere-like warmth that lingers on skin with moderate projection and impressive longevity. Both sensual and contemplative, this fragrance is a cocoon for cool weather and intimate settings.

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