John Varvatos 2020 EDT

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XX Artisan

by François Demachy

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John Varvatos XX Artisan is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020, created by François Demachy. XX Artisan opens with Citrus and Pepper, settles into a heart of Floral Notes and Herbal, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Amber, and Cedar. John Varvatos's XX Artisan carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A breezy and versatile fragrance with a fresh spicy profile perfect for those seeking a modern, everyday scent.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Clean
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XX Artisan Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Citrus56%
Pepper44%
Heartas listed
Herbal55%
Floral Notes45%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes33%
Cedar28%
Amber22%
Musk17%

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
Intimate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

The fragrance's fresh elements make it suitable for spring, while its moderate balance also allows for summer wear. It is generally less effective in cooler months.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh spicy profile make it versatile for casual and office settings, while being refreshingly safe for daytime dates.

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

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

XX Artisan is a refreshing blend opening with bright citrus and spicy notes that give way to a heart enriched with floral and herbal nuances. Its base adds depth with woody and soft aromatic tones, creating a clean and modern effect without overwhelming the senses.

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