Jousset Parfums 2020 Extrait

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African Queen

by Jimmy Bodin

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Jousset Parfums African Queen is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Jimmy Bodin. African Queen opens with Dark Chocolate, Lemon, and Almond, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Tonka Bean. Jousset Parfums's African Queen carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. African Queen is a divisive lemon-gourmand that people either find utterly addictive and unique, or a scrubber reminiscent of toilet cleaner. Definitely not a blind buy.
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  • Gourmand
  • Sweet
  • Playful
  • Feminine
  • Edgy
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African Queen Extrait 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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate performance makes it versatile enough for daily wear, though its unique, gourmand leaning might be too whimsical for very formal settings. It's often praised for being a comforting, easy-wearing scent, fitting well for casual outings or intimate dates.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a surprising zing of bright lemon and a hint of bitter dark chocolate, quickly softened by creamy almond. As it settles, a sweet, candied rose emerges, mingling with a touch of jasmine, hinting at something almost raspberry-like. The base anchors it with a gentle warmth from tonka bean and a barely-there patchouli, creating a sweet, almost tart dessert-like experience that's more unique than straightforward.

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