Chemistry
21 ratings
From your scent profile
Clinique Chemistry is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance built around amber, citrus notes and Jamaican ginger.
Skunky's take: That just-out-of-the-shower feeling, clean and fresh.
How does it perform?
From 25 community ratings, all out of 10.
Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.
Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.
Looks good without trying too hard.
Blind buy risk
67% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Top notesfirst 15 minutes
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Fresh
- Citrus
- Floral
- Aquatic
- Green
- Sweet
- Synthetic
- Spicy
What does Chemistry smell like?
Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable on the skin without filling a room. The sample is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It is sold as a men's fragrance.
Citrus notes lead, with an aquatic, green freshness around them. Jamaican ginger adds a spicy warmth, while amber lays down a sweet, woody base. Floral and earthy touches stay in the background, with a slightly synthetic edge. Declaré dailyenergy and Zara Blueshape have a close profile.
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 32%Summer
- 32%Spring
- 21%Autumn
- 16%Winter
- Office22%
- Daytime19%
- Casual19%
- Nighttime19%
- Evening15%
- Sport7%
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