Jo Malone London 2022 EDP

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Salty Amber Cologne

by Delphine Lebeau , Anne Flipo

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Jo Malone London Salty Amber Cologne is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Delphine Lebeau and Anne Flipo. Salty Amber Cologne opens with Cardamom, settles into a heart of Sea Water and Myrtle, and dries down to a base of Amber, Patchouli, and Seaweed. Jo Malone London's Salty Amber Cologne carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly divisive scent, Salty Amber is either a blissful aquatic escape or a mentholated nightmare. You'll love its fresh, warm embrace on hot days, or recoil from a 'Vicks Vaporub' vibe. There's no middle ground here, so sample wisely.
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  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Warm
  • Sensual
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Salty Amber Cologne Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cardamom100%
Heartas listed
Sea Water63%
Myrtle37%
Baseas listed
Amber40%
Seaweed35%
Patchouli25%

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:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and clean aquatic nature makes it perfect for casual wear and even viable for sport, as it holds up surprisingly well to sweat. While not overly formal, its unique profile can work for a relaxed date night. It's subtle enough for office use, yet some find the saltiness a bit too distinct for professional settings.

About

Opening with a surprising hint of cardamom, Salty Amber quickly plunges into a refreshing marine heart where sea water and briny seaweed notes intertwine with hints of earthy myrtle. As it dries, a warm amber base emerges, grounding the aquatic elements and blending seamlessly with an understated patchouli for a clean, slightly sweet finish. This scent conjures images of sun-warmed skin after a dip in the ocean.

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