The Perfume Library

DesirToxic

8.0

M. Micallef · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

M. Micallef DesirToxic is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with sweet spice and a woody warmth. Cardamom and bergamot give the top a bright, slightly green opening. In the heart, cinnamon and tonka bean add a sweet, spicy tone, while hemp and blackcurrant keep the fruity and green sides going. The base of benzoin, patchouli, moss and musk settles it onto a soft, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind and summer the least chosen. It leans towards leisure, night-out and evening wear, and also finds a place in daily and office use. It reads mostly masculine. Close in profile are M. Micallef DesirToxic L'Intense and Frapin L'Humaniste Extrême.

Ylang in Gold (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

M. Micallef · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

M. Micallef Ylang in Gold Eau de Parfum is a sweet, creamy floral with a feminine character, built on ylang-ylang and magnolia over vanilla and coconut. Most voters call Ylang in Gold feminine, and both its longevity and sillage are rated good. Votes lean slightly towards spring and summer, though fall is picked too. It is suggested about equally for leisure, evenings and nights out. It opens with orange, geranium and mugwort. The heart brings magnolia, rose, ylang-ylang and lily of the valley, softened by sandalwood. In the dry-down, vanilla, musk and coconut pull it towards a powdery, fruity, gourmand sweetness. M. Micallef Ylang in Gold Nectar and Jean Couturier Vanilla Exotica have a close profile.

Ananda (Eau de Parfum)

7.7

M. Micallef · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

M. Micallef Ananda Eau de Parfum opens with pear and plum, moves into a floral heart of mimosa and violet, and settles on vanilla and white musk: a fresh, sweet scent made for women. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen occasions. It reads mainly feminine, with some voters calling it modern or classic. Pear and plum give the opening a fresh, fruity sweetness. In the heart, mimosa and violet add a soft, powdery floral touch. Vanilla and white musk leave a creamy, sweet trail at the base. M. Micallef Ananda Nectar and Poiray Parisian Rose have a close profile.

Royal Vintage

7.9

M. Micallef · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

M. Micallef Royal Vintage is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy feel with a green, spicy and earthy body, suited to business and daily wear from spring through autumn. It opens with the spicy brightness of pink pepper, and cypress brings a green, woody note to the heart. It dries down on patchouli and musk, leaving an earthy, slightly smoky and leathery trace. A fruity softness balances the dryness. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, summer is close behind, and winter trails. Occasions are spread evenly across business, leisure, night out and evening. Most voters find it masculine and classic. Korloff Écorce d'Argent and Al Rehab Avenue (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Gntonic

7.4

M. Micallef · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

M. Micallef Gntonic is a fresh, citrusy and green scent sold as a men's fragrance, and it suits spring and summer days. It opens with pink pepper, peppermint, lime and ginger, with bitter orange adding a slightly sharp edge. Nutmeg, orange blossom and cedar soften the heart. In the base, vetiver, sandalwood and moss lay down a woody, green footing, and white musk and amber finish it with a clean warmth. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. It reads as masculine and modern. Lanvin Vetyver (Eau de Toilette) and Kenneth Cole Black (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Watch

7.5

M. Micallef · 2010

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

M. Micallef Watch is a sweet, powdery floral for women, suited to autumn and winter evenings. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind and summer chosen least. It is worn mostly for evenings and nights out, and also for leisure. Most voters read it as feminine. Peach and plum open fruity, while jasmine, tuberose and Bourbon vanilla build a sweet floral heart. White musk, vanilla and amber sit in the base, and the gourmand and spicy accords give it a warm, oriental feel. M. Micallef Il Était une Nuit and Gale Hayman Delicious Chocolate have a close profile.

Gaïac

7.8

M. Micallef · 2005

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

M. Micallef Gaïac is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that suits fall and winter. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with evening and leisure hours leading, and votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine. It opens with bergamot, and jasmine and clove give the heart a floral, spicy turn. The base of vanilla, gaiac wood and vetiver leaves a woody, powdery and resinous warmth. Fragonard Encens Fève Tonka and Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Or des Indes have a close profile.

Note Vanillée (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

M. Micallef · 2007

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

M. Micallef Note Vanillée Eau de Parfum is a creamy, sweet gourmand that opens with citrus and leans feminine, suiting fall and winter evenings. The top notes are citrus fruits and mandarin orange, and jasmine in the heart adds a soft floral touch. The base is led by Bourbon vanilla, rum and cognac, wrapped in a powdery, oriental warmth from sandalwood and amber. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening, leisure and night out are the leading occasions. Most voters read it as feminine. Boucheron Vanille de Zanzibar and The Dua Brand Booze & Vanille have a close profile.

Mon Parfum

7.5

M. Micallef · 2009

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

M. Micallef Mon Parfum is a powdery, feminine scent that links a fresh, floral opening to a sweet, gourmand warmth. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters place it in autumn and spring, it carries well into winter, and it is picked less for summer. It leans towards evenings and leisure time, and is also worn for nights out. Most voters find it feminine. It opens with orange blossom and tangerine, bright and floral. In the heart, vanilla and passion fruit make it fruity and sweet. The base of musk, patchouli and caramel leaves a spicy, oriental, powdery warmth. Fragonard Diamant (Eau de Toilette) and Al Haramain Dazzle Intense have a close profile.

Mon Parfum Cristal

7.8

M. Micallef · 2013

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

M. Micallef Mon Parfum Cristal is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance built around red berries, rose and bourbon vanilla; it has been discontinued. It opens with red berries and cinnamon, a fruity sweetness with a touch of warm spice. Rose and bourbon vanilla form the heart, the floral side softened by the vanilla. The base of toffee, amber and musk closes it in a creamy, powdery, oriental sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure time. It reads feminine. Lattafa Pride Nebras and Georges Rech Belle Divinité have a close profile.

DesirToxic L'Intense

8.1

M. Micallef · 2024

Fresh · Green · Fruity

M. Micallef DesirToxic L'Intense is a fresh, green and spicy unisex fougère, softened by a sweet fruity touch, that suits evenings and the cooler seasons. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter close behind. It leans towards night-out and evening wear, and also finds a place for leisure and daily use. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is classed as unisex. The top is lemon, bergamot, saffron and cardamom, bright and spicy at first. In the heart, mint, cinnamon and blackcurrant bring a sweet, fruity edge. The base of patchouli, amber and moss settles into a woody, green ground. M. Micallef DesirToxic and Frapin L'Humaniste Extrême have a close profile.

Royal Muska (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

M. Micallef · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

M. Micallef Royal Muska Eau de Parfum is a fresh, powdery feminine scent that opens on rose and peach and settles into musk and white musk. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has its share. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most, and the character is mostly read as feminine. Peach and rose give a fresh, fruity floral start. Toward the heart, precious woods and musk add a woody, creamy softness. White musk carries the sweet, powdery base. M. Micallef Royal Muska Nectar and Azzaro Twin Women have a close profile.

Mon Parfum Pearl

7.4

M. Micallef · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

M. Micallef Mon Parfum Pearl is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, with a light sweetness that works well for daily wear. It opens fruity and bright with tangerine, blackcurrant and rosebud. In the heart, peony, May rose and heliotrope bring a soft, powdery floral feel. The base of vanilla, white musk and rice powder sweetens it and settles into a creamy powder. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business settings. Most see it as feminine. Parfums de Marly Delina and M. Micallef Ananda have a close profile.

Osaïto

7.6

M. Micallef · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

M. Micallef Osaïto is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that suits summer and spring days, setting citrus and green coolness over a woody base. It opens with rock samphire, grapefruit and citrus notes. The heart brings marine notes and myrtle, giving a cool, green, lightly floral feel. In the base, musk, sandalwood and precious woods add a soft, woody footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions named most often. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though the scent is unisex. Rasasi Egra for Men and Azzaro Chrome (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Avant-Garde / Avant Garde

7.3

M. Micallef · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

M. Micallef Avant-Garde is a unisex scent that sets the brightness of bergamot and grapefruit against the warm, smoky tones of cocoa bean, tobacco and Russian leather. It opens fresh and sharp with bergamot, citrus fruits and grapefruit. In the heart, frankincense, cocoa bean and tobacco turn it sweeter, with a resinous, spicy edge. The base of Russian leather, ambergris and tonka bean leaves a woody, leathery, slightly smoky warmth. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, and it suits leisure, evening and work settings alike. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number find it feminine. Serge Lutens Five o'clock au gingembre and Nishane A Date with Oud have a close profile.

Patchouli

7.8

M. Micallef

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

M. Micallef Patchouli is a sweet, spicy unisex scent that sets patchouli and violet leaf on a warm base of cistus, benzoin and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also gets worn for leisure. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it sits comfortably on either side. Violet leaf gives a brief green opening, then patchouli forms an earthy, woody core. In the base, cistus, benzoin, vanilla, leather and tolu balm sweeten it and soften it with a resinous, leathery warmth. An oriental feel dominates. Gritti Muskaria and Câline Oud Extreme have a close profile.

Hypnotic Musk (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

M. Micallef · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

M. Micallef Hypnotic Musk Eau de Parfum is a feminine scent that links a fresh, fruity opening of iris, bergamot and raspberry to a creamy base of musk and vanilla. It opens with iris and bergamot beside raspberry; in the heart violet, lychee and ginger give it a floral, fruity feel, and caramel sweetens it. The base of sandalwood, musk, ambergris and vanilla settles it into a powdery, creamy finish. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. It reads feminine and modern. M. Micallef Hypnotic Musk Nectar and Parfums de Marly Palatine have a close profile.

Pure Extrême (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

M. Micallef · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

M. Micallef Pure Extrême Eau de Parfum is a fresh, creamy feminine scent that pairs rose, gardenia and jasmine with white blossoms. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without filling the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall not far behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office get the most votes, and it reads clearly feminine. The top notes of rose and gardenia open floral, with white blossoms and jasmine in the heart. Woods, amber and white musk soften the base, leaving a fresh, sweet, powdery and creamy floral. Parfümerie Brückner Un Peu de Musc and M. Micallef Pure Extrême Nectar have a close profile.

Emir

7.3

M. Micallef · 2010

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

M. Micallef Emir is an oriental scent for men that joins a fruity, sweet opening to a spicy, smoky, resinous woodiness. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring further behind and summer rarely chosen. It is placed mostly in the evening and for nights out, and it can also be worn for leisure and daily use. Most voters read its character as masculine, and some see it as classic. Grapefruit and orange give a bright, fruity start. The heart holds geranium, white pepper and sage, with the pepper bringing the spice forward. In the base, musk, patchouli, cedar and oud build a woody, smoky and slightly animalic depth. Parfums de Marly Layton Exclusif and Initio Oud for Greatness (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Aoud

7.4

M. Micallef · 2003

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

M. Micallef Aoud is a sweet, spicy oud fragrance for men that most voters place in fall and winter evenings. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters wear it for evenings and nights out, while daytime and office use stay in the background. Summer is the least chosen season. Most see it as masculine, though a fair number read it as feminine. It opens on rose, then cinnamon, saffron and clove bring a spicy warmth to the heart, with oud and sandalwood giving it a woody footing. In the base, honey sweetens it and patchouli adds an earthy weight. The result is floral, oriental and resinous. Tom Ford Oud Fleur and S.T. Dupont Oud & Rose have a close profile.

EdenFalls

7.2

M. Micallef · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

M. Micallef EdenFalls is a fresh men's fragrance where citrus and flowers meet in a lightly sweet, aquatic-tinged blend. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter well back. Daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Votes on its character split between masculine and feminine. The top notes are mandarin orange, bergamot and pink pepper, so citrus and a little spice set the first impression. In the heart, jasmine, neroli and coriander add a floral, green side. The base of musk, vanilla, moss and patchouli settles it into a powdery, creamy sweetness.

Les 4 Saisons - Hiver

7.3

M. Micallef · 2003

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

M. Micallef Les 4 Saisons - Hiver is a sweet, floral fragrance for women that leans towards autumn and winter. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is worn mostly in the evening and on nights out. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters find it feminine and classic. It opens with lemon, orange and elemi resin, a bright citrus freshness. Violet, jasmine and ylang-ylang bring a soft floral heart. Cedarwood, vanilla and musk settle into the base, leaving a sweet, powdery warmth with a light spice.

Gardenia / N°41

7.8

M. Micallef · 2002

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

M. Micallef Gardenia / N°41 is a sweet, powdery floral led by gardenia, with a feminine character, and it has been discontinued. It opens with gardenia and peach, a soft fruity sweetness laid over the flower. In the heart, ylang-ylang, gardenia and sandalwood wrap the floral body in a creamy woodiness. White musk and ambergris leave a powdery, lightly spicy, oriental warmth at the base. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters call it feminine, and some call it classic. It is picked most often for fall and spring, and evenings and nights out are the occasions it leans towards. Schlossparfumerie Wolff & Sohn Stuttgart Gardenia and Pimkie Velvet Night have a close profile.

Akowa

7.1

M. Micallef · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

M. Micallef Akowa pairs a fresh opening of bergamot and orange blossom with the sweet warmth of cocoa, amber and vanilla, in a men's fragrance that has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, and leisure, night out and evening are the occasions named most often. It is voted masculine more than anything else, with classic in second place. It opens citrusy and floral with bergamot and orange blossom. In the heart, fig leaf adds a green edge and cocoa turns the scent sweeter. The base of amber, vetiver, patchouli, musk and vanilla settles into a woody, resinous, slightly earthy and smoky finish. Lalique Hommage à l'Homme Voyageur and Nu Parfums Bronze Age Homme have a close profile.