Roger & Gallet 2012 EDP

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Shiso

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Roger & Gallet Shiso is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012. Shiso opens with Bergamot and Orange, settles into a heart of Shiso and Peony, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood. Roger & Gallet's Shiso carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A divisive scent, people either adore its calming, natural spa-like qualities or find it utterly forgettable. If you're after a zen, green citrus with surprising longevity for a 'well-being' fragrance, give it a sniff.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
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Shiso Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot53%
Orange47%
Heartas listed
Shiso60%
Peony40%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood100%

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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Despite its fresh and green profile, review sentiment praising its 'relaxing spa vibe' and surprising longevity makes it a perfect fit for casual wear and the office, where subtlety is key. Its understated nature would be less impactful for dates or formal events, but it's great for refreshing pick-me-ups or post-gym.

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
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Shiso unfurls with a lively tang of bergamot and orange, a familiar fresh burst that quickly gives way to its unusual heart. The star is shiso, a unique herbal note that marries green earthiness with a subtle, peppery freshness, beautifully complemented by the soft, powdery presence of peony. It settles into a tranquil skin scent, anchored by a whisper of creamy sandalwood, creating an aura of serene sophistication.

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