Penhaligon's 2020 Edp

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Empressa Hair & Body Mist

Penhaligon's Empressa Hair & Body Mist is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. The fragrance opens with Blood Orange, Bergamot, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose, Peach, Blackcurrant, and Neroli, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Musk.

Our verdict on Empressa Hair & Body Mist: Statement

A pleasant, if somewhat divisive, hair and body mist that struggles to settle on an identity. Expect a warm, spiced fruit affair, but be prepared for some 'cooking with spices' vibes from time to time.
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  • Subtle
  • Fresh
  • Soft
  • Bright
  • Playful
Empressa Hair & Body Mist Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 30%
Floral 14%
Fruity 19%
Green 5%
Sweet 28%
Warm 12%
Woody 7%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 4%
Fresh 17%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Warm Spicy
90%
Fruity
85%
Fresh Spicy
79%
Woody
74%

Notes

Top Notes

Blood Orange 33% Bergamot 33% Mandarin 33%

Heart Notes

Rose 14% Peach 14% Blackcurrant 14% Neroli 14% Geranium 14% Cardamom 14% Dewberry 14%

Base Notes

Cacao Pod 12% Sandalwood 12% Patchouli 12% Musk 12% Amber 12% Vanilla 12% Ethyl Maltol 12% Frankincense 12%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

As a mist, its performance is on the lighter side, making it a good fit for casual settings where a gentle scent is preferred. The fruity and warm spicy accords lean it away from formal events, though its subtlety could work for an office if applied lightly.

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About

Empressa opens with a bright burst of citrussy blood orange and mandarin, quickly softening into a blend of juicy peach and tart blackcurrant. As it settles, warm spices like cardamom weave through, supported by a creamy base of vanilla and sandalwood, with a hint of earthy patchouli and amber adding depth.

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