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Sappho

by Emma Dick

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Lush Sappho is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Emma Dick. Lush's Sappho carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A truly divisive creation, Sappho is either a poetic masterpiece of powdery, smoky florals or a cloying vintage nightmare. You'll either adore its unique, melancholic charm or wonder what all the fuss is about.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Cozy
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Sappho 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with a rich, warm character, make it suitable for dates and formal events. While not overtly loud, its unique scent profile might be a bit much for a strict office environment but works for casual evening wear.

Ingredients and allergens

Alcohol Denat. (Organic), Parfum, Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Benzyl Salicylate, Jasmine Oil/Extract (Jasmine Extract), Benzyl Alcohol, Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract (Tonka Extract), Iris Florentina Root Extract (Orris Oil), Sandalwood Oil, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract (Vanilla Extract), Nicotiana Tabacum Leaf Extract (Tobacco Extract), Anise Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Cinnamate, Cinnamal, Citronellol, Citral, Coumarin, Eugenol, Farnesol, Geraniol, Isoeugenol, Limonene, Linalool

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

Ethics and formulation

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About

Sappho opens with an intriguing mix of dry, herbal iris and a hint of boozy tonka. This quickly deepens into a smooth, creamy sandalwood heart, interwoven with a rich, ripe jasmine that manages to be sensual without being indolic. As it settles, a warm, slightly sweet tobacco note emerges, grounded by a soft, powdery vanilla and tonka bean base that lingers with a vintage elegance.

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