The Perfume Library

Hawas Ice

7.8

Rasasi · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rasasi Hawas Ice is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with Italian lemon, Italian bergamot and frosted apple, while star anise adds a faint sharpness to the cool start. In the heart, Ceylonese cardamom, ice accord and marine notes dominate, with orange blossom and plum bringing a fruity sweetness. The base of driftwood, amber and musk softens the aquatic feel as it dries. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear and leisure are the most chosen settings, with sport close behind. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Voters read it as masculine and modern. Zara Sunrise on the Red Sand Dunes and Guess Seductive Blue have a close profile.

Apex Eau Intense

7.6

Roja Parfums · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Roja Parfums Apex Eau Intense is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, green opening of mint, bergamot and mandarin orange with ambroxan and a woody base. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it also works in fall. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, and most voters read it as masculine and modern. The top is bright with mint, clary sage, lemon and lavender, a crisp citrus freshness. Honey pomelo and rose oxide in the heart add a soft, fruity touch. The base of violet leaf, ambroxan, cedarwood and patchouli gives a woody, lightly spicy footing, and the overall feel stays clean and synthetic. Calvin Klein Contradiction for Men and The Dua Brand Predator Intense have a close profile.

Mr. Burberry Indigo

6.8

Burberry · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Burberry Mr. Burberry Indigo is a cool, aquatic men's scent led by citrus and green notes, leaning towards spring and summer and relaxed everyday wear. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind, while winter gets very few votes. Leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, and most voters find it masculine. It opens with blackcurrant, rosemary and citrus notes, giving a fresh, lightly fruity start. In the heart, violet leaf, spearmint and driftwood keep the green and floral side cool. The base of musk, amber and white oakmoss softens it and settles it onto a woody footing.

Uomo Urban Feel

7.1

Salvatore Ferragamo · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Salvatore Ferragamo Uomo Urban Feel is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that balances its cool opening with spice and smoky woods, and suits everyday wear. It has moderate longevity and sillage. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards daily and leisure use, with office wear close behind. It reads as masculine and modern. It opens with sea salt, sage and bergamot for a fresh start. In the heart, driftwood, cumin and cedarwood build a woody, lightly spicy line, and patchouli, frankincense, labdanum and ambrox settle it onto a smoky, soft base. Yves Saint Laurent Y (2017) (Eau de Toilette) and Yves Saint Laurent Y Le Parfum (2021) have a close profile.

Wave for Him (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Hollister · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Hollister Wave for Him Eau de Toilette pairs a fresh opening of grapefruit, yuzu and bamboo leaf with an aquatic backdrop, making it a young, everyday men's scent. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and leisure and daily wear lead, with sport and business also chosen. It reads masculine and modern. It has been discontinued. The heart holds Californian lavender, cypress and neroli, bringing a light green, aromatic touch after the citrus. The base of driftwood, tonka bean, musk and salt dries down woody, slightly sweet and salty. Fruity and spicy accords stay in the background. Versace Pour Homme Dylan Blue and Joop! Jump have a close profile.

Freedom (2012)

3.9

Tommy Hilfiger · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tommy Hilfiger Freedom is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens on juniper, green leaves and violet and rests on vetiver and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. The top is juniper, green leaves, violet, clary sage and basil. The heart brings ginger, orange blossom, salty notes and white pepper, with coriander alongside. Vetiver, sandalwood and driftwood form a woody base. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and aquatic, with sweet and floral touches staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated weak. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, sport, daily wear and business are the occasions named most. Voters read it as masculine and modern. Curve Chill for Men and Guess Man have a close profile.

Cool Water Oceanic Edition

6.5

Davidoff · 2023

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Davidoff Cool Water Oceanic Edition is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. It opens with aquatic notes, moves into vetiver at the heart and dries down on driftwood. The fresh, aquatic character leads throughout, with the green and spicy sides staying in the background and a clean, slightly synthetic air over it all. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is mostly chosen for leisure, daily wear, sport and the office, which points to an easy, light scent.

Odyssey (2021)

7.5

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Aaron Terence Hughes Odyssey is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters see it as masculine and modern. It opens with grapefruit and orange over a fresh, fruity accord. Ambroxan and ozone sit in the heart, with white musk, driftwood, patchouli and ambergris underneath, giving it a woody, synthetic edge. Ozone (2023) and Louis Vuitton L'Immensité have a close profile.

John Varvatos XX Artisan Teal

7.1

John Varvatos · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

John Varvatos XX Artisan Teal is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Lemon and rosemary open it brightly; in the heart, pink pepper and water lily make it slightly spicy and floral at once. The base of driftwood, sea salt and musk dries down to a calm, green and woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it is noticed in a room without dominating it. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is seen as suited to daily wear, leisure, sport and business. Acqua di Baviera Lago and Burberry Mr. Burberry Indigo have a close profile.

Connected - Kenneth Cole Reaction

6.0

Kenneth Cole · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Kenneth Cole Connected - Kenneth Cole Reaction is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men built around violet leaf, apple and mandarin; it has been discontinued. It opens with violet leaf, apple, Brazilian mandarin orange and persimmon, giving a lightly fruity freshness. The heart brings lemon, cardamom and clary sage, adding a spicy, slightly green coolness. The base settles on tobacco, driftwood, moss and mahogany wood, and an aquatic, synthetic feel runs through the whole scent. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak. Most voters pick spring and summer, while winter trails far behind. It suits leisure, office and daytime wear far more than nights out. Jimmy Choo Man Ice and Montblanc Legend Red have a close profile.

St. Kitts for Men

8.1

Tommy Bahama · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Tommy Bahama St. Kitts for Men is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic fragrance for men; it has been discontinued, but its sweet fruity touch gives it a light, easygoing character suited to warm weather. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it neither leaves a heavy trail nor vanishes quickly. It feels made for relaxed everyday wear and keeps to a masculine profile. It opens with Kaffir lime, starfruit and mandarin orange, bringing a sweet, fruity brightness. In the heart, aquatic notes, cedar and sea salt push it toward a watery, woody feel. At the base, ambergris, driftwood and musk soften that clean air and settle it down.

Free Wave for Him (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Hollister · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Hollister Free Wave for Him Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, citrusy opening of ginger, pink pepper and finger lime on a woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it is chosen mainly for leisure and daily wear; it reads masculine and modern. It opens with ginger, pink pepper and finger lime, spicy and bright. In the heart, oakmoss, white iris and algae bring an aquatic feel. Driftwood, cedarwood and ambergris leave a woody, slightly sweet base. Hugo Element and Dior Sauvage have a close profile.

Hawas Boa / هوس Boa

7.5

Rasasi · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Green

Rasasi Hawas Boa / هوس Boa is a fresh, floral and green scent aimed at men, with a fruity brightness running through it. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, and most voters score both high. It suits anyone who wants a scent that lasts through the day and carries comfortably around them. The top opens with orange blossom, Madagascar pomelo and green apple, giving a fruity, green freshness. In the heart, tonka bean, frankincense and driftwood pull it towards sweet, resinous and woody tones. The base of vetiver and vanilla leaves an earthy, soft finish.

Quatre pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

5.7

Boucheron · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Boucheron Quatre pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, whether for leisure or the office. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Voters split fairly evenly between spring, fall and summer, and very few pick winter. Most call it masculine, with modern the next most common description. Bergamot, lime and violet leaf open it with a cool, bright edge. Lavender, geranium and mugwort give the heart a floral, slightly spicy turn. Driftwood, labdanum and patchouli settle underneath as a woody base, with aquatic and fruity touches running through. Armaf Ventana and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò pour Homme have a close profile.

Jam Man (Eau de Toilette)

5.1

Puma · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Puma Jam Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh men's fragrance that sets mandarin orange, green pineapple and apple against seawater and lavender; it has been discontinued. It opens fruity and citrusy with mandarin orange, green pineapple and apple. In the heart, cardamom, green anise, seawater and lavender add a spicy, aquatic edge. Patchouli, driftwood and ambergris settle into a woody base, and the overall impression is fresh and lightly sweet, with a somewhat synthetic feel. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring. It leans towards daily wear, leisure, sport and the office, and reads as a men's scent.

Premium Blend

7.4

Original Penguin · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Original Penguin Premium Blend is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens with spearmint, lime zest and bergamot. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear and leisure, with sport and business following; few choose it for evenings. It is made for men. The character is fresh and aquatic: mint and citrus bring coolness at first, then marine notes, violet leaf and rosemary add a green touch in the heart. In the base, musk, vetiver and driftwood dry it down on a lightly woody footing, while the fruity and sweet sides stay in the background.

EAU/03 Positano Sunrise

7.7

Zara · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Zara EAU/03 Positano Sunrise is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance, softened by a fruity sweetness. It opens with piña colada, grapefruit and violet leaf, where fruity sweetness is balanced by citrus brightness. In the heart, jasmine, frankincense and marine notes give it a creamy, water-like feel. The base of driftwood, white musk and ambrox dries down soft and clean, with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and about half of voters call each of them high. Value for money scores very high. Marketed as a men's scent, its fresh, sweet character suits warm days. It shares a close profile with Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Shine and Rabanne Invictus (Eau de Toilette).

Now Men

6.2

Azzaro · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Azzaro Now Men is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, leisure time and the office; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is rarely chosen. Leisure, business and daily wear lead, while night and evening get few votes. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. It reads as a masculine scent. The character is fresh, citrusy and aquatic, softened by floral and green touches. It opens with driftwood and rose oxide, moves to violet and cardamom in the heart, and settles on white leather, lichen and ambergris over a woody, lightly spicy base. Armaf Tres Nuit and Creed Green Irish Tweed have a close profile.

Club (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Sergio Tacchini · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Sergio Tacchini Club Eau de Toilette is a fresh men's scent built on citrus and aquatic notes with a green edge, leaning towards spring and summer days, sport and casual wear. It opens with chinotto, yuzu and bergamot, a sharp, bright citrus layer. In the heart, aquatic notes, pineapple leaf and wild lavender push that freshness in a green, lightly fruity direction. Crystallised moss, musk and driftwood settle underneath as a clean, woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it is clearest up close. Most voters pick spring and summer, with sport, leisure and daytime wear leading and the office not far behind. It reads masculine. Heinsson Silver Lining and French Avenue Aether have a close profile.

Riflesso Blue Vibe Limited Edition

8.4

Trussardi · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Trussardi Riflesso Blue Vibe Limited Edition is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that opens with lime, mandarin orange and pink pepper. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though only a small number of voters have rated them. Voters pick it most for leisure, daily wear and the office, with sport also a common choice. Fewer choose it for evenings or nights out. Citrus and pink pepper lead, with a sweet, fruity softness alongside. In the heart, Bourbon geranium, cistus and Bigarane™ add a floral, lightly spicy backdrop. The base of Ambramone™, Orcanox and driftwood keeps it woody and fresh. Chanel Bleu de Chanel (Eau de Parfum) and Mancera Midnight Gold have a close profile.

Myth Wood

7.4

Zlatan Ibrahimović · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zlatan Ibrahimović Myth Wood is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh, green opening of pine needle and grapefruit on a woody base of oakmoss and driftwood. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated weak, though few people have voted, so that reading is tentative. It stays close to the skin, which suits calm settings where you don't want to announce yourself. It is classed as a men's fragrance. The top notes are pine needle and grapefruit: a green, citrusy, fresh start. In the heart, clary sage and lavender add a spicy touch. At the base, oakmoss and driftwood give it a woody, earthy footing, while the sweet and synthetic accords stay in the background. Giardini di Toscana Rosso Radice and Azzaro Azzaro Sport have a close profile.

CH Men Birds of Paradise

7.9

Carolina Herrera · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Carolina Herrera CH Men Birds of Paradise is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh, green opening of violet leaf and chamomile on a woody base of driftwood, spruce balsam and sandalwood. It opens with violet leaf and chamomile, giving an aquatic, floral and green freshness. At the heart, driftwood and spruce balsam pull the scent toward wood. In the base, tonka bean adds sweetness while cashmere wood and sandalwood soften the dry-down. A fougère structure holds the blend together. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so take this as an early impression. With its fresh, woody character it reads as masculine. Bentley Momentum and Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Aviator have a close profile.

Icon Racing (Blue Edition)

7.8

Dunhill · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Dunhill Icon Racing is a fresh, aquatic scent for men that sets bergamot and Sicilian lime against neroli and a salty touch of sea salt. It opens bright and citrusy with bergamot, Sicilian lime and ambroxan. In the heart, neroli, green cardamom, sea salt and coriander add a spicy edge and a salty feel. The base rests on Indian sandalwood, ambergris, driftwood and patchouli, a woody foundation, while the sweet and synthetic accords stay in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without crowding the room. Voters point to daily wear, leisure and business, with evening and sport also getting votes. Its profile is close to Prada Luna Rossa Carbon and Jo Malone Sea Salt & Bergamot.

Fierce Confidence

6.1

Abercrombie & Fitch · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Abercrombie & Fitch Fierce Confidence is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men with an aquatic, fruity feel, closer to easygoing everyday wear than to anything formal. Bergamot, mandarin orange and citrus notes give it a bright edge, and pear and pineapple leaf soften that freshness with fruit. Cardamom and sage add a spicy, herbal side, while driftwood and white amber supply a woody base. The overall impression is clean, aquatic and slightly synthetic. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it sits close to the skin rather than filling a room. It is sold as a men's fragrance. Ralph Lauren Polo Blue (Eau de Toilette) and Yves Saint Laurent Y (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.