Korres 2020 EDP

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Black Pepper

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Korres Black Pepper is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Black Pepper opens with Lemon, Mandarin, and Lime, settles into a heart of Sea Water, Lavender, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Korres's Black Pepper carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you - this might be called 'Black Pepper,' but it's more of a fresh, clean, and genuinely unisex scent with a surprising depth. It's a crowd-pleaser that punches above its weight for value, perfect if you're after an Invictus-esque vibe without the synthetic cloy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Feminine
  • Woody
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Black Pepper 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its versatile fresh-woody profile and moderate longevity make it ideal for casual wear and the office, where it's unlikely to overpower. While pleasant for dates, its mass-appealing freshness isn't overtly romantic, and it's too relaxed for formal events.

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

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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About

A vibrant burst of citrus, dominated by zesty lemon and lime, kicks things off with invigorating freshness. This quickly gives way to an aromatic heart where lavender and a hint of sea-kissed air blend seamlessly. While the promised 'pepper' is more of a quiet hum than a bold spice, it adds a subtle complexity before settling into a comforting woody musk base, featuring cashmere wood and cedar, softened by warm amber.

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