Jo Malone London 2021 EDP

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Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense

by Mathilde Bijaoui

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Jo Malone London Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Mathilde Bijaoui. Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense opens with Mandarin, settles into a heart of Hibiscus, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Vanilla. Jo Malone London's Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A surprisingly divisive Jo Malone, this 'intense' cologne struggles to live up to its name, with some finding it a fleeting, soft breeze and others a wonderfully creamy, tropical escape. Its appeal hinges on whether you value subtlety over projection.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Feminine
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
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Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mandarin100%
Heartas listed
Jasmine34%
Ylang-Ylang34%
Hibiscus31%
Baseas listed
Vanilla100%

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

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and generally soft nature make it suitable for office wear without being intrusive. However, it truly shines in casual settings or on a date, offering an inviting warmth. For formal events or sport, its relaxed, tropical sweetness feels less appropriate.

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

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

Red Hibiscus opens with a soft whisper of mandarin, quickly giving way to the exotic, creamy heart of ylang-ylang and delicate hibiscus. Jasmine adds a touch of white floral elegance before the fragrance settles into a smooth, sweet vanilla base. It evokes a warm, sun-drenched feel, reminiscent of tropical blooms and soft, balmy air.

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