Rancé 1795 2015 EDP

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Hortense

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Rancé 1795 Hortense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Hortense opens with Bergamot, Pepper, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Rose, Cinnamon, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Mahogany, and Vanilla. Rancé 1795's Hortense carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Hortense is a divisive spicy oriental, where some find it a unique, warm hug of cinnamon and incense, others are put off by a rough, almost masculine opening and merely moderate performance.
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  • Spicy
  • Warm
  • Unique
  • Modern
  • Confident
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Hortense 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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate longevity and sillage mean it is perfectly suitable for office wear, not overpowering. The warm, spicy profile also makes it a great choice for casual outings and intimate date nights. It might be a bit too unconventional and not opulent enough 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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Hortense opens with a sharp, invigorating kick of bergamot and black pepper, quickly joined by the aromatic warmth of cardamom. As it settles, a sweet, spiced rose emerges, beautifully blended with the dry, smoky whisper of incense and a generous dash of cinnamon. The base lingers with creamy vanilla, grounded by the earthy richness of cedar and mahogany, creating a sophisticated and somewhat unconventional dry-down.

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