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Aaron Terence Hughes

Censored Élixir / Hard Candy Élixir

Perfumer: Aaron Terence Hughes

2023UnisexModern

Votes lean masculine

8.8/ 10
Community score
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Aaron Terence Hughes Censored Élixir / Hard Candy Élixir is a unisex scent that sets fresh citrus against a sugary, gourmand sweetness; it has been discontinued.

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Skunky's take: That just-out-of-the-shower feeling, clean and fresh.

How does it perform?

From 230 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
8.9 /10

Sprayed at breakfast, still around at dinner.

Sillage
8.6 /10

You will be noticed when you walk into a room.

Bottle
7.7 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money
7.3 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

93% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Fruity
  3. Sweet
  4. Synthetic
  5. Gourmand
  6. Woody
  7. Creamy

What does Censored Élixir / Hard Candy Élixir smell like?

Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is chosen most for nights out and evenings. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, and votes for masculine and modern character outweigh the rest.

Lavender, mint, mandarin orange, lemon and orange open it on a fresh note. In the heart, honey, tonka bean, vanilla and strawberry sweeten it. The base of sandalwood, patchouli and white musk adds a woody, creamy footing. Aaron Terence Hughes Hard Candy and Kayos have a close profile.

How it changes through the day

  1. First minutes

    • Lavender
    • Mint
    • Mandarin orange
  2. First hours

    • Honey
    • Tonka bean
    • Amber
  3. Towards evening

    • Sandalwood
    • Ambergris
    • White musk

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 33%
    Autumn
  • 31%
    Winter
  • 25%
    Spring
  • 11%
    Summer
  • Nighttime
    32%
  • Evening
    27%
  • Casual
    19%
  • Daytime
    10%
  • Office
    10%

Go easy on it for the office: the sillage is strong.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026