Jo Malone London 2024 EDP

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Red Hibiscus

by Mathilde Bijaoui

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Jo Malone London Red Hibiscus is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Mathilde Bijaoui. Red Hibiscus opens with Mandarin, Cardamom, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Water Lily, Hibiscus, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vanilla, and Incense. Jo Malone London's Red Hibiscus carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a bit of a tease. Beautiful, complex, and intriguing on first sniff, but it quickly falls flat with its lacklustre performance. Expect compliments, but only if people get really, really close. Overpriced for what you get.
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  • Sensual
  • Romantic
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
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Red Hibiscus Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its intimate sillage makes it suitable for office wear, as it won't offend. However, its deep and sensual character is best suited for romantic dates or evening events, where its luxurious floral and amber accords can truly shine, despite its longevity issues.

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

An opulent floral opens with a zesty kick of mandarin and a warming spice from ginger and cardamom. Soon, a lush bouquet of hibiscus, jasmine, and ylang-ylang unfurls, bringing a deep, creamy sweetness that hints at tropical climes. The dry down is a comforting embrace of amber, soft vanilla, and a whisper of incense, creating an inviting, subtly mysterious finish.

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