Korres 2020 EDT

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Black Sugar

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Korres Black Sugar is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020. Black Sugar opens with Heliotrope, Lily, and Caramel, settles into a heart of Brown Sugar, Rosewood, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Korres's Black Sugar carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive scent where opinion is split whether it's a 'clean gourmand' or a floral soap. Unfortunately, there's broad consensus that it vanishes faster than a free sample table, making it a frustratingly fleeting experience.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Cozy
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
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Black Sugar Eau de Toilette 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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its intimate sillage and short longevity make it perfect for close-quarters like the office or casual wear where you don't want to overwhelm. The sweet, clean profile is generally well-received, though it's too fleeting for formal events or sports.

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

Other declarable allergens

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

Imagine warm caramel and brown sugar melting into a rich vanilla and tonka bean base, softened by a delicate touch of lily and heliotrope. It's a sweet, powdery amber that hints at dessert but maintains a clean, almost 'just showered' feel. The overall effect is a comforting, creamy sweetness that’s far from overpowering.

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Where to buy

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