Lime Basil & Mandarin
Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin is an eau de cologne built on a bright citrus character, with a green, herbal freshness running through it. A sharp lime opening gives way to an aromatic heart, where basil and thyme add a garden-like quality, and a drier woody base keeps the scent grounded as it settles. The overall effect is lively and clean rather than heavy, with a subtle spiciness in the background.
Because it is fresh and uncomplicated, it suits a wide range of settings. It works comfortably in a professional environment, for everyday casual wear and for a night out. Its citrus and green character feels especially natural in spring and summer, while it remains wearable through autumn and winter. It is presented as a unisex fragrance, so it suits a broad range of wearers.
On the skin it sits at a moderate distance, neither hugging the body nor filling a room, and it usually lasts for several hours before fading gently. Launched in 1999 and produced in the United Kingdom, it is a practical choice for anyone who wants a clean, uplifting scent that adapts easily from day to night.
Presented as an eau de cologne in a 100ml bottle from Jo Malone.
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The Composition
Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne 100ml by Jo Malone is structured with layered accords that give the composition both clarity and controlled depth. The structure feels deliberate rather than excessive, moving with balance from its initial impression into a more grounded and composed core.
The opening is defined by Lime, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot , delivering brightness and immediate lift while establishing the tonal direction of the fragrance.
As it develops, the heart introduces Basil, Thyme, Lilac, Iris , creating a more textured centre. The transition remains smooth, allowing each note to emerge without disrupting the overall balance of the structure.
The base settles into Vetiver, Patchouli , providing cohesion and depth to the drydown while maintaining continuity with the freshness established in the opening.
Shaped with clarity and structural precision from first impression through to drydown. Crafted in UK .
SELECTED FOR THE BOUTIQUE
This composition earns its place in the Boutique through its structure, clarity, and assured identity, reflecting Jo Malone at a level that stands apart from the ordinary. Defined by citrus tones, it develops with measured progression and composure rather than excess. It wears with moderate longevity and moderate projection while maintaining balance and control. Introduced in 1999 and crafted in UK , it is presented as Eau de Cologne.
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