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Benetton

Essence of United Colors of Benetton Man

Perfumer: Christophe Raynaud

2008Men
5.0/ 10
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11 ratings
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Benetton Essence of United Colors of Benetton Man is a fresh, citrusy and green fragrance for men, softened by fruity and floral touches.

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Skunky's take: When spring arrives, this bottle comes off the shelf.

How does it perform?

From 16 community ratings, all out of 10.

Bottle
6.0 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Blind buy risk

High risk

Only 9% of votes are positive.

Notes

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

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Heart notesfirst few hours

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Citrus
  3. Floral
  4. Green
  5. Fruity
  6. Sweet
  7. Synthetic
  8. Spicy

What does Essence of United Colors of Benetton Man smell like?

It opens with lavender and cardamom, giving a cool, lightly spiced start. In the heart, pineapple and tangerine add fruity sweetness, geranium brings a floral, green side, and nutmeg keeps the spice going. It dries down on oakmoss and amber, which leave an earthy, woody and creamy base. The overall impression is clean and lively, with a slightly synthetic edge.

How it changes through the day

  1. First minutes

    • Lavender
    • Cardamom
  2. First hours

    • Pineapple
    • Tangerine
    • Geranium
  3. Towards evening

    • Oakmoss
    • Amber

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 40%
    Summer
  • 40%
    Spring
  • 20%
    Autumn
  • Casual
    40%
  • Daytime
    20%
  • Office
    20%
  • Sport
    10%
  • Nighttime
    10%

Least picked for nights out.

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