Mercedes-Benz 2016 EDC

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Mercedes-Benz Cologne

by Olivier Cresp

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Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Cologne is a Cologne launched in 2016, created by Olivier Cresp. Mercedes-Benz Cologne opens with Orange, Grapefruit, Mandarin, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Ginger and Lemon Verbena, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, and Vetiver. Mercedes-Benz's Mercedes-Benz Cologne carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A cult classic discontinued in its prime, Mercedes-Benz Cologne is a sparkling citrus bomb. It's often touted as a superior, if harder to find, alternative to Dior Homme Cologne before it became a hot commodity itself. If you can snag a bottle, you're in for a treat.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Uplifting
  • Elegant
Mercedes-Benz Cologne Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Baseas listed
Woody Notes30%

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

This shines in casual settings and for sport due to its invigorating freshness and clean citrus accords. While generally light, reapplication is often needed for longer wear, making it less ideal for formal all-day 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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Lippia citriodora absolute from Lemon Verbena
  • 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

Imagine a glass of fizzy lemonade, brimming with bright grapefruit, mandarin, and zesty orange, given a subtle kick from pink pepper and ginger. As it settles, a clean, airy musk emerges, underpinned by earthy vetiver and soft woods, creating a refreshingly crisp yet grounded finish.

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