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Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense
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Jo Malone London  ·  Sold as unisex

Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense

A vivid island landscape at the height of summer, where red hibiscus flowers bloom and the air is filled with the scent of tropical blooms.

3.77211 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 9 accords ↓
vanillafloralyellow floralwhite floralsweetwoody
Red Hibiscus Cologne IntensePremium · $100–250
46%Similar accords, often for lessL Eau d Issey Eau de Parfum Intense · Issey MiyakeMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares vanilla8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate19% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak10%
Moderate69%
Long lasting17%
Eternal3%
SillageModerate15% say strong or enormous
Intimate17%
Moderate67%
Strong13%
Enormous2%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

BaseFoundation

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine1%
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Unisex10%
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Feminine89%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2021, Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London is a vibrant Oriental Floral fragrance that captures the essence of an island paradise. The composition opens with the zesty freshness of Mandarin Orange before transitioning to a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine Sambac, and Hibiscus. These floral notes create an enchanting bouquet reminiscent of a tropical forest, where red hibiscus petals are abundant. The warmth of Vanilla in the base adds sensuality and smoothness, drawing you into a rich sensory experience.

How to wear it

Apply a light mist to the pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears. The Mandarin Orange top note fades quickly, so it’s best to layer this fragrance throughout the day for continuous warmth from the Vanilla base. Ideal for daytime wear when you want a touch of island luxury.

Fig. 01 — Red Hibiscus Cologne Intense, Jo Malone London

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Designer Jo Malone London

More from the house · founded 1990 · United Kingdom

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Red Hibiscus Cologne IntenseMusk Black Vanilla
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With Al Haramain Perfumes Musk Black Vanilla

Adds amber, warm spicy and smoky; shares vanilla.

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