Roger & Gallet 2003 EDP

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Eau de Gingembre

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Roger & Gallet Eau de Gingembre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2003, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Eau de Gingembre opens with Bergamot, Neroli, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Musk and Benzoin. Roger & Gallet's Eau de Gingembre carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A modern classic that’s fresh, clean, and energising, Eau de Gingembre is a testament to Jacques Cavallier's skill. It’s got that understated elegance, a real crowd-pleaser for those who prefer subtle sophistication over shouting for attention.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Modern
  • Elegant
Eau de Gingembre Eau de Parfum bottle

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.

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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean profile and subtle projection make it perfect for office and casual wear, especially in warmer climates where it acts as an invigorating pick-me-up. The limited longevity and intimate sillage mean it's less suited for formal events or dates where a more impactful scent might be desired.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

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About

It opens with a vibrant burst of bergamot and neroli, quickly spiced by a fresh, not quite culinary, ginger. This light, invigorating blend settles into a clean, musky base, warmed slightly by benzoin. It evokes a feeling of freshly washed skin and a light, airy serenity often found in classic colognes, though with a distinct, modern ginger twist. It’s natural, pleasant, and never overwhelming - pure easy-wearing class.