Hermessence Cedre Sambac
“Hermessence Cedre Sambac by Hermès is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men”
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Respected, if divisive — a white floral, woody composition with a floral undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2018 and crafted by perfumer Christine Nagel, Hermessence Cedre Sambac from Hermès is a woody floral scent that embodies the essence of refinement. The composition opens with a bright aromatic note before transitioning into a heart of white florals and soft powdery accords, grounding itself in a base of warm woods. This fragrance captures a distinctive balance between freshness and warmth, making it a versatile choice for both day and night.
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Application Tips
Apply two sprays to pulse points for a balanced presence throughout the day. The aromatic top notes are fleeting, so focus on allowing the warm woody base to develop over time. This fragrance reads better close to skin rather than across a room, making it perfect for intimate settings.
Christine Nagel
Founding perfumer · 168 fragrances · b. 1959 · Swiss
“I think of fragrance as fabric — it should drape beautifully around whoever wears it.”
Christine Nagel is the in-house perfumer at Hermès, succeeding the legendary Jean-Claude Ellena in 2016. A graduate of ISIPCA and trained at Charabot in Grasse, she brings decades of experience to one of perfumery's most prestigious creative positions. Nagel's work for Hermès — including Twilly, Terre d'Hermès Eau Intense Vétiver, and the Jardin series — continues the house's tradition of understated elegance while introducing her own luminous, textured sensibility. She has also created masterpieces for Jo Malone, Narciso Rodriguez, and Valentino.
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The story behind the bottle.
The soft rustle of leaves underfoot in an early autumn forest, where the air is crisp yet enveloped by a cozy warmth from the earth.
Fig. 01 — Hermessence Cedre Sambac, Hermès
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