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Rituals

L'Essentiel

2022MenModern
7.4/ 10
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Rituals L'Essentiel is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a sweet, spicy streak over a woody base.

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Skunky's take: Plenty say it suits a meeting and a coffee break alike.

How does it perform?

From 189 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
6.0 /10

Keeps you company for a few hours, a quick refresh fits nicely.

Sillage
6.0 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle
7.2 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money
7.2 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

82% 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. Citrus
  3. Sweet
  4. Synthetic
  5. Spicy
  6. Woody

What does L'Essentiel smell like?

Bergamot and citrus notes give it a bright start, and peppermint cools it further. Cardamom, ginger and pink pepper add a spicy warmth, while sandalwood and patchouli build the woody base, with moss lending a slightly earthy touch.

Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and summer suits it too. Daily wear, leisure and the office are its main settings; half of the voters find it masculine, and many call it modern.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 32%
    Spring
  • 29%
    Autumn
  • 24%
    Summer
  • 16%
    Winter
  • Daytime
    26%
  • Casual
    23%
  • Office
    21%
  • Evening
    11%
  • Sport
    10%
  • Nighttime
    8%

Least picked for nights out.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026