Jo Malone London 2020 EDP

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Scarlet Poppy Cologne Intense

by Mathilde Bijaoui

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Jo Malone London Scarlet Poppy Cologne Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Mathilde Bijaoui. Scarlet Poppy Cologne Intense settles into a heart of Poppy, Iris, and Fig, and dries down to a base of Barley, Heliotrope, and Tonka Bean. Jo Malone London's Scarlet Poppy Cologne Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one is a divisive Jo Malone - some find it an addictive, creamy dream, while others are underwhelmed by its subtlety and fleeting presence. It's a hug in a bottle for many, but don't expect a beast mode projector.
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  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
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Scarlet Poppy Cologne Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Fig33%
Iris33%
Poppy33%
Baseas listed
Barley33%
Heliotrope33%
Tonka Bean33%

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its soft sillage and comforting, clean feel make it highly suitable for office or casual wear without being intrusive. While alluring, its creamy and powdery nature might be too relaxed for highly formal events, and its warmth makes it unsuitable for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

Alcohol Denat., Water\Aqua\Eau, Fragrance (Parfum), Coumarin, Isoeugugenol, Citronellol

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Scarlet Poppy Intense opens with a delicate, almost marzipan-like sweetness, hinting at almond before settling into a soft, powdery heart. Orris provides a makeup-like, iris-flourish, subtly blended with a non-descript floral 'poppy' accent and a juicy fig undertone. The base is creamy and plush, a comforting blend of warm tonka bean, heliotrope's almond-vanilla whispers, and a unique, bready barley note, creating a scent that's both cosy and subtly alluring.

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