Kerosene 2012 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Whips and Roses

by John Pegg

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Kerosene Whips and Roses is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by John Pegg. Kerosene's Whips and Roses carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a wild ride. Expect a proper love-it-or-hate-it reaction from those around you, as it delivers a sharp, green rose with a distinctly leathery edge that some find compellingly edgy, others just plain weird.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Confident
  • Mysterious
  • Feminine
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Whips and Roses Eau de Parfum 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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 spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

The moderate longevity and unique, somewhat challenging profile make it less suited for conservative office or formal settings. It shines best in casual or date scenarios where its bold character can be appreciated without being overwhelming, offering a distinctive scent.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Whips and Roses kicks off with a bracing, almost acidic burst of green notes and bergamot, quickly joined by a prominent, dewy rose with a tart blood orange twist. As it settles, a dry, almost dusty iris emerges, while the initial greenness softens into a more nuanced floral heart of jasmine and gardenia. The base anchors the composition with a surprisingly subtle leather, intertwined with warm sandalwood and a clean musk, leaving an impression of a rose that's both raw and refined.

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