John Varvatos 2022 EDP

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XX Artisan Teal

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John Varvatos XX Artisan Teal is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. XX Artisan Teal opens with Lemon and Rosemary, settles into a heart of Water Lily and Pink Pepper, and dries down to a base of Salt, Driftwood, and Musk. John Varvatos's XX Artisan Teal carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A mass-appealing aquatic freshie that's either a dead ringer for YSL Y EDT or a completely unique scent, depending on who you ask. Most agree it's great for summer, but don't expect it to hang around long enough to finish your pint.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
  • Cozy
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XX Artisan Teal Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon57%
Rosemary43%
Heartas listed
Water Lily62%
Pink Pepper38%
Baseas listed
Salt41%
Driftwood32%
Musk27%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, aquatic nature and limited longevity make it ideal for casual wear, holidays, or gym sessions where a strong sillage isn't desired. It's safe for the office due to its non-offensive profile, but less suited for formal events where more gravitas is expected.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

  • 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 Teal kicks off with a zesty lemon and aromatic rosemary, quickly diving into a fresh, oceanic heart of water lily and a hint of pink pepper. The dry-down settles into a laid-back coastal vibe, with salty driftwood and clean musk that evoke lazy days by the sea. It's a bright, airy, and effortlessly cool scent.

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