Red Camellia | Chanel No 1 Red Camellia Impression | Floral Perfume

Core Fragrance Details

• purelyBlack Name: Red Camellia
• Inspired By: No 1 Red Camellia by Chanel
• Olfactory Family: Floral
• Format Available: Roll-On 10ml, Spray 2ml, Spray 10ml

What is the scent profile of Red Camellia?

The fragrance opens with an energetic burst of citrus and red berries, unfurling into a heart of jasmine and rose — the iconic signature of Chanel's fragrance house — along with comforting iris and musk notes. The scent opens with a burst of citrus and tart berries, bright and invigorating, like the first moments of a fresh morning. Within fifteen minutes, the berry sharpness softens, and the jasmine-rose heart begins to bloom — a lush, slightly jammy rose paired with sweet jasmine and delicate orange blossom. This is the iconic Chanel floral DNA: refined, feminine, and unmistakably elegant. After one to three hours, the composition settles into a powdery, cosmetic dry-down dominated by soft musk and iris, evoking the luxurious sensation of a high-end spa treatment or freshly applied Chanel skincare. The fragrance was inspired by the red camellia, soft and delicate yet extraordinarily strong and resilient; Olivier Polge drew inspiration from both dimensions — one fresh, sparkling, and dynamic, the other soft and delicate. Launched in 2022, Chanel No 1 Red Camellia represents Chanel's global vision of beauty incorporating skincare, makeup, and fragrance, with the entire collection bearing the symbol of the camellia flower and red camellia extract to prevent and correct signs of skin ageing.

Longevity & Projection

• Longevity: The original mist performs for approximately 6 hours on skin. Our EDP roll-on formulation extends longevity to 8–10 hours due to the Fractionated Coconut Oil base, which anchors the scent to pulse points.
• Projection: Intimate to moderate; the longevity and sillage is comparable to Eau de Cologne. The spray format offers slightly stronger projection in the first 2–3 hours; the roll-on creates a close-to-skin aura.
• Best Season: Spring, Summer, Early Autumn
• Best Occasion: Daytime wear, casual outings, spa days, office-appropriate, layering under signature scents

What Makes Chanel No 1 Red Camellia a Unique Floral Fragrance?

Chanel No 1 Red Camellia is a revitalising fragrance mist that strikes a balance between extreme softness and surprising energy, creating an original floral bouquet inspired by the red camellia. Perfumer Olivier Polge enriched the composition with a skincare base containing camellia water and red camellia extract, drawing inspiration from both the fresh, sparkling, dynamic dimension of the flower and its soft, delicate character. Unlike traditional floral perfumes, this composition was designed as part of Chanel's holistic beauty ritual, meant to refresh, invigorate, and layer seamlessly with other fragrances.

What Are the Scent Notes in Chanel No 1 Red Camellia?

• Top Notes: Red Berries and Citruses
• Middle Notes: Rose, Jasmine, and Orange Blossom
• Base Notes: Musk and Iris

Fragrance Family: Floral

What Is the Scent Journey of Chanel No 1 Red Camellia?

The scent opens with an energetic burst of citrus and red berries, unfurling into a heart of jasmine and rose — the iconic signature of Chanel's fragrance house — along with comforting iris and musk notes. The rose is lush, red, and slightly jammy, pairing beautifully with sweet jasmine and orange blossom, creating something youthful and feminine; the musk and iris in the dry-down give the fragrance a powdery, cosmetic feeling, like expensive skincare at a Chanel spa. Olivier Polge used a skincare base enriched with refreshing camellia water and revitalising red camellia extract as the medium for this fragrant water. The composition was created for Chanel's N°1 de Chanel collection, launched in 2022 as part of an eco-responsible beauty line centred on the regenerative power of the red camellia flower. The Red Czar Camellia is extraordinarily rich in protocatechuic acid, a powerful molecule discovered by Chanel Research.

How Does Red Camellia Compare to Chanel No 1 Red Camellia?

Our impression captures the aromatic DNA of Chanel No 1 Red Camellia, sharing the same jasmine-rose heart, berry-citrus opening, and powdery iris-musk dry-down. The original formula contains 97% ingredients of natural origin. Our EDP concentration at 20–30% perfume oil delivers richer longevity than the original mist format, particularly in the roll-on, which anchors the scent directly to your skin. We honour the balance between fresh, sparkling energy and soft delicacy that defines this composition.

Who Is Chanel No 1 Red Camellia For?

Chanel No 1 Red Camellia is for those who want to relax and calm their senses with a light, inoffensive fragrance, ideal for spring and summer afternoons. It suits lovers of fresh florals who appreciate understated elegance over bold projection — those who favour a spa-like, rejuvenating scent experience that feels refreshing, feminine, and effortlessly refined. Perfect for the minimalist who values quality and luminosity over intensity.

What Fragrances Is Chanel No 1 Red Camellia Frequently Compared To?

• Chanel Chance — Reviewers note similarities in the fresh, youthful floral composition and berry-citrus brightness.
• Chanel Une Fleur de Chanel — Olivier Polge took inspiration from his father Jacques Polge's previous Chanel perfume "Une Fleur de Chanel" launched in 1998, adding red berry notes.
• Clarins Eau Dynamisante — Multiple reviewers compare it to this classic revitalising body mist for its refreshing, spa-like quality.
• Our [LUMA BELLE Chanel Gabrielle impression](https://purelyblack.com/products/impression-of-chanel-gabrielle-travel-roll-on-australia) shares a similar luminous jasmine-floral structure with slightly deeper warmth.

How to Wear Red Camellia

• Pulse Points: Apply the roll-on to inner wrists, behind the ears, the base of the throat, and the inside of elbows. These warm spots activate and project the fragrance throughout the day.
• Layering Tip: Layer Red Camellia with our LUMA BELLE for an amplified floral luminosity, or pair with MADEMOISELLE to add warmth and depth to the berry-citrus opening. Both combinations enhance the jasmine-rose heart that defines this composition.
• Seasonal Wear: Red Camellia is ideal for spring and summer afternoons when you want to relax and refresh with a light, inoffensive fragrance. The citrus-berry opening feels revitalising in warm weather, while the soft musk-iris dry-down transitions beautifully into autumn evenings.
• Longevity Tip: Apply to moisturised skin for maximum longevity. The Fractionated Coconut Oil base adheres to hydrated skin significantly better than dry skin.
• Customise Your Scent: Add 1–2 drops of sweet orange essential oil to amplify the citrus radiance, or add a drop of geranium essential oil to deepen the rose accord and extend the floral heart. Both essential oils complement the jasmine-rose DNA without overpowering the delicate musk-iris base.

You May Also Love

• Our Chanel Gabrielle impression — LUMA BELLE shares the same luminous jasmine-floral heart with a warmer, more enveloping finish.
• Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet dupe — BLUSH BLOOM offers a similar fresh, delicate floral character with rose and peony instead of iris.
• Chanel Coco Mademoiselle alternative — MADEMOISELLE layers beautifully beneath Red Camellia to add warmth and amber depth to the berry-citrus opening.
• Creed Love in Black impression — VELVET ECLIPSE is a richer, more mysterious floral for those who love Red Camellia's elegance but want deeper projection.

Our Perfumery Philosophy

purelyBlack creates high-quality impressions of designer and niche fragrances at Eau de Parfum concentration, formulated with a 20–30% perfume oil ratio. We are proudly Australian-owned, 100% vegan, and cruelty-free.

Choose Your Format

• Roll-On (Long-Lasting Anchor): Suspended in 100% alcohol-free Fractionated Coconut Oil. Apply 2–3 swipes directly to pulse points — behind the ears, temples, or wrists — to anchor the fragrance to your body heat. Shake well before use.
• Spray (High Projection): Formulated with a natural alcohol base (produced via sugar fermentation). Designed for use on both skin and clothing for broader projection.

Quality & Purity

• 100% Vegan & Cruelty-Free: No animal-derived ingredients. Never tested on animals.
• Australian Owned: Proudly Australian-owned and operated perfumery.
• EDP Concentration: Formulated at 20–30% perfume oil ratio for Eau de Parfum longevity.
• Alcohol-Free Roll-On Base: Fractionated Coconut Oil ensures long-lasting skin adhesion.

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