Myrrh & Tonka
amber up front, then vanilla, settling into sweet.
About
Myrrh & Tonka by Jo Malone London is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Myrrh & Tonka was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Mathilde Bijaoui. Top note is Lavender; middle note is Myrrh; base notes are Tonka Bean, Vanilla and Almond.
Nose: Mathilde Bijaoui
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Myrrh & Tonka smell like?
amber up front, then vanilla, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: amber, vanilla, sweet.
What notes are in Myrrh & Tonka?
Top: Lavender. Heart: Myrrh. Base: Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Almond.
How long does Myrrh & Tonka last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Myrrh & Tonka loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Myrrh & Tonka best for?
Winter is the top pick (42%). Fall is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Myrrh & Tonka?
Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Myrrh & Tonka for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 61% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Myrrh & Tonka?
Composed by Mathilde Bijaoui. Released in 2016.
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