Jo Malone Perfume
Jo Malone Perfume For Women & Men
Jo Malone London use some unusual perfume names. English Pear & Freesia smells of pears, florals and patchouli. Wood Sage & Sea Salt is meant to evoke the seaside. Lime Basil & Mandarin has citrus and herbaceous notes.
The names can give you an idea of what your new Jo Malone perfume will smell like. However, when choosing between the Cologne and Cologne Intense ranges, there is more to consider. Buy Jo Malone perfume for women and men at ScentRepublic. Compare fragrances, bottle sizes and scent families to find your next perfume online in South Africa.
How To Choose Jo Malone Perfume
Most bottles of Jo Malone London perfume are pretty plain. They look similar, with clear glass, a beige label and a black lid. So what do you base your decision on?
The fragrance name can give you some direction. Pear, freesia, sage, sea salt, basil and mandarin are all used to describe these perfumes.
Although you may not always smell what you expect. Take Wood Sage & Sea Salt, for instance. It's not an aquatic fragrance with lots of oceanic notes. Nor is English Pear & Freesia simply sweet pear.
English Pear & Freesia vs Peony & Blush Suede
Both are floral perfumes, but they incorporate fruit in different ways. English Pear & Freesia starts with Williams pear. If you've ever smelled a ripe pear, you'll know what I mean.
Freesia gives it a floral feel, and patchouli rounds off the scent. It's a fruity floral without the sweetness of caramel and vanilla.
Peony & Blush Suede, however, incorporates red apple. With peony, jasmine, rose and gillyflower, you get a floral perfume. Suede adds a leather-like quality.
I find the suede aspect interesting, as it gives the flowers a different feel. If you're torn between these two, which would you rather smell? Pear and florals, or apple and florals with a touch of suede?
Wood Sage & Sea Salt Smells Different To How You May Think
Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne is made up of ambrette seeds, sea salt and sage. Ambrette adds muskiness, salt gives it a salty feel, and sage rounds it off with an earthy smell.
There are no hints of coconut or pineapple in Jo Malone's selected notes. If you're hoping for that kind of tropical beach fragrance, you may want to look elsewhere.
It's a fresh option if you don't like sweet-smelling perfumes and want something woody without too many citrus notes.
Lime Basil & Mandarin
This one is fairly self-explanatory. Except for the basil. Basil is what makes this fragrance interesting. Mandarin smells citrusy, while basil is peppery and aromatic. Amberwood completes the scent.
So it isn't simply an orange fragrance. It has a herbal quality too. If you enjoy fresh Jo Malone colognes, compare this with Wood Sage & Sea Salt.
What Is Jo Malone Cologne Intense?
Jo Malone also have a collection called Cologne Intense. These fragrances feature notes such as myrrh, oud, tonka bean and woods.
Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense contains lavender, Namibian myrrh and tonka bean.
It has a warmer feel than Wood Sage & Sea Salt. There is also Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne Intense if you enjoy rose fragrances. Keep in mind that Cologne Intense is a collection name. It doesn't guarantee a set number of hours of wear.
Should I Buy Two Jo Malone Perfumes?
Jo Malone encourage you to layer your colognes. They can be worn on their own or combined. For example, you can mix Wood Sage & Sea Salt with Peony & Blush Suede for a more floral smell.
Or pair English Pear & Freesia with Orange Blossom. However, you don't need to buy two.
For your first Jo Malone perfume, choose one you like. You can explore layering later, and combining fragrances won't necessarily make them last longer.
Compare Jo Malone Perfumes Online
| Jo Malone perfume | Description |
|---|---|
| English Pear & Freesia | Pear, florals and patchouli |
| Peony & Blush Suede | Apple, florals and suede |
| Wood Sage & Sea Salt | Fresh, musky notes with salt and sage |
| Lime Basil & Mandarin | Citrus and aromatic basil |
| Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense | Myrrh, lavender and tonka bean |
| Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne Intense | Rose and oud |
Also consider the bottle size. Some Jo Malone perfumes are sold internationally in 30ml, 50ml and 100ml sizes, although not every fragrance comes in every size.
A smaller bottle may suit a first purchase. A larger one may make sense if you're replacing a fragrance you already love.
Buy Jo Malone Perfume Online In South Africa
Shop Jo Malone perfume for men and women at ScentRepublic. Compare the available Cologne and Cologne Intense fragrances and check the bottle size before ordering.
Also check the product type, as Jo Malone sell candles and diffusers under some of the same names.
Browse our perfumes for women or perfumes for men to compare other brands.
Jo Malone Perfume FAQs
Does Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt smell sweet?
Not really. It smells more musky, with notes of salt and sage.
What Jo Malone perfume smells of pear?
English Pear & Freesia contains pear, freesia and patchouli. There is also English Pear & Sweet Pea to explore.
What's the difference between Cologne and Cologne Intense?
They are different fragrance collections. Cologne Intense includes scents such as Myrrh & Tonka and Velvet Rose & Oud. Check the individual fragrance rather than assuming it's a stronger version of another cologne.
Can I wear two Jo Malone perfumes?
Yes, you can layer them. They can also be worn on their own.
What Jo Malone perfume should I buy if I don't like sweet scents?
Wood Sage & Sea Salt and Lime Basil & Mandarin are two options to compare if you prefer fresher fragrances.
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