Ted Lapidus 2020 EDP

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Sensual Hero

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Ted Lapidus Sensual Hero is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Sensual Hero opens with Bergamot, Pepper, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Lime and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Ted Lapidus's Sensual Hero carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A pleasant, clean, and understated scent that punches above its weight for its price. Don't expect beast-mode performance; this is more an eau de cologne for quiet enjoyment or for those scorching days when anything heavier would be entirely too much.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Sensual
  • Elegant
  • Soft
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Sensual Hero 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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, clean, and aromatic profile, coupled with a generally softer projection, makes it an excellent choice for casual wear and sports. The mild performance means it won't offend in office environments, but it's likely too understated for a formal event or a big night out.

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

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

Sensual Hero opens with a bright, zesty burst of lime, immediately bringing to mind a refreshing caipirinha on a hot beach. This citrus zing is quickly joined by the warm, slightly peppery spice of nutmeg, adding a sophisticated edge. As it settles, a clean, earthy vetiver emerges, offering a grounding, woody base that perfectly balances the initial sparkle. The overall impression is incredibly fresh, aromatic, and subtly spicy.

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