The Perfume Library

Nio

8.1

Xerjoff · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Xerjoff Nio is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance that opens with cardamom, Tunisian neroli and bergamot. Nio's longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen occasions. Most people read it as masculine, while some call it modern or classic. Cardamom, pink pepper and nutmeg bring spice at the top, lifted by bergamot and Tunisian neroli. Green leaves and jasmine add a soft floral touch in the heart. Gaiac wood, Haitian vetiver, cedarwood and amber settle it onto a woody base.

Rochas Man (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Rochas · 1999

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

Rochas Man Eau de Toilette is a male fragrance that suits autumn and winter evenings, with a floral and sweet character leading the way. It opens with green leaves, bergamot and lavender for a fresh start. The heart brings musk, jasmine, lily of the valley and raspberry, a soft, lightly fruity floral note. In the base, coffee and vanilla push the sweetness towards gourmand, while sandalwood and patchouli lay down a woody floor. Powdery and spicy touches run alongside. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out, though it is also worn for leisure. Most voters find it masculine, and a good share call it modern. Rochas Man Intense and Eisenberg J'Ose have a close profile.

Tabac Man (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Mäurer & Wirtz · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Mäurer & Wirtz Tabac Man Eau de Toilette pairs a fresh opening of mandarin orange, bergamot and lavender with a woody heart of vetiver, oakmoss and sandalwood; it is a citrusy, green-edged scent made for men. The top notes of mandarin orange, bergamot, green leaves and peppermint give it a bright start. In the heart, vetiver and oakmoss lead, while cardamom and patchouli add a spicy edge. In the base, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten it slightly, with the smoky, woody side lingering behind. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. It reads as masculine and classic. Parfums de Marly Percival and Penhaligon's No. 33 have a close profile.

Oriental Essence - Nuit d'Azar

8.0

Rituals · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Rituals Oriental Essence - Nuit d'Azar is a fresh, citrusy scent with a green, lightly fruity and woody body, aimed at men. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate, so it is noticeable up close without filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn for daily use and leisure, with business a close third. It reads masculine and modern. The top opens bright with mandarin orange, blackcurrant and green leaves. In the heart, sage, geranium and raspberry take over, the raspberry softening the sweetness a little. The base of vetiver, patchouli and copaiba balsam adds a woody, spicy footing. Giorgio Armani Eau d'Arômes and M. Micallef DesirToxic have a close profile.

Carthusia Uomo (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Carthusia · 2004

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Carthusia Uomo Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy men's scent with a green streak, best suited to spring and summer days, whether at leisure or at the office. Most voters read it as masculine, and a good number call it classic. Spring and summer lead the season votes, with winter well behind. Leisure, daily wear and office use are its main settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close and doesn't crowd a room. It opens with lemon, bergamot and green leaves, softened by freesia. The heart of patchouli, cedarwood and geranium gives it a woody, slightly spicy frame, while jasmine and lily of the valley add a floral lift. The base of oakmoss, sandalwood, amber and white musk settles into a warm, clean finish.

Jaguar for Men Ultimate Power

7.5

Jaguar · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Jaguar for Men Ultimate Power is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with mint, lemon and bergamot, and moves into apple, ginger and green leaves. Aquatic and green accords lead, softened by a fruity, sweet side. It settles onto a woody base of patchouli, moss and white woods. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Most voters read it as masculine. Armaf Tag-Him and Afnan Perfumes 9am Dive have a close profile.

L!ve

5.5

Lacoste · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Lacoste L!ve is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance led by citrus and green tones, suited to spring and summer days and a relaxed, casual mood. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and fades fairly soon. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily and office wear. Voters mostly read its character as masculine, and many also call it modern. It opens with lime, cool and sharp. In the heart, aquatic notes and green leaves keep the freshness going. The base of iris, liquorice and gaiac wood sweetens it slightly and sets it on a woody footing, while fruity and spicy touches sit in the background. Kenzo L'Eau Kenzo Aquadisiac pour Homme and Azzaro Wanted Tonic have a close profile.

Knize Two (Toilet Water)

7.0

Knize · 1978

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Knize Two is a men's scent that leans towards spring and summer and daytime or leisure wear, pairing the freshness of lemon and green leaves with a floral heart and a woody base. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so the scent stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with fall not far behind and winter chosen least. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most voted occasions. Though classed as masculine, a share of voters find it feminine, and many call it classic. It opens with lemon, galbanum, neroli and green leaves, a fresh and sharply green start. Jasmine, violet, lily of the valley and rose bring a soft floral heart. The base of cedarwood, amber, patchouli, musk and oakmoss settles it onto a woody, spicy footing.

Pleasures for Men (Cologne)

7.4

Estēe Lauder · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Estēe Lauder Pleasures for Men (Cologne) is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days, and sits most comfortably in leisure and everyday wear. It opens with a sky air accord, citrus notes, nectarine and green leaves, giving a clean, lightly fruity freshness. In the heart, pimento, red ginger and coriander seed add a spicy warmth. Ebony, oakmoss and sandalwood in the base settle it onto a woody, fougère footing, with the aquatic and floral sides staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily and business wear lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine, with modern in second place. Dua Brand Joyous for Him and Lattafa Raghba for Man have a close profile.

Colors de Benetton Man (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Benetton · 1988

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Benetton Colors de Benetton Man Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that softens a fresh citrus and green-leaf opening with a floral heart and a sweet, woody base. Bergamot, lemon, lavender and green leaves give it a bright, fresh start. In the heart, cyclamen, jasmine and rose add a floral softness, while cypress keeps that stage dry and green. The base of patchouli, coconut, vanilla and sandalwood turns sweeter and settles into a woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn not far behind. It is chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office, and most votes read it as masculine. Chanel Allure Homme and Nina Ricci Ricci-Club 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.

Blasted Heath

7.0

Penhaligon's · 2015

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Penhaligon's Blasted Heath is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh air of seagrass and aquatic notes against the dry woodiness of tobacco, whisky and vetiver. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick summer and spring, and use leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. Most find it masculine, with some also calling it classic. It opens with clary sage, seagrass and aquatic notes, giving a salty, green freshness. In the heart, Clearwood, green leaves, tobacco and whisky soften that freshness with a spicy warmth. The base of gaiac wood, patchouli, musk, Nootka cypress and vetiver settles into a woody foundation, with a slightly synthetic, aquatic character throughout. Dsquared² Original Wood and Jaguar Pace have a close profile.

Intenso (Eau de Toilette)

5.8

Tonino Lamborghini · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Tonino Lamborghini Intenso Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that pairs the freshness of apple and green leaves with a leathery, resinous sweetness. It opens fresh and fruity with Granny Smith apple, green leaves and bergamot. In the heart, black leather and cedarwood give it a woody, leathery body. The base of benzoin, tonka bean and ambrette seed brings sweetness and resinous warmth, while spicy and floral touches stay in the background. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter. It sits evenly across daytime, office and leisure wear, and voters tend to call it masculine and modern.

Excite (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Axe · 2011

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Axe Excite Eau de Toilette is a gourmand men's fragrance where fresh and sweet accords sit side by side, and it suits leisure time and everyday wear. The top opens fresh with aquatic notes, citrus notes, green leaves and pear. In the heart, caramel, coconut and marshmallow bring sweetness, while black pepper and ginger add a spicy edge. The base settles on hazelnut, vanilla, amber and cedarwood, a soft, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Voters place it mostly in spring, fall and winter, with leisure and daily use leading the occasions. Most describe it as masculine and modern. Gianfranco Ferré L'Uomo and Jaguar Stance have a close profile.

Flowing Man (Eau de Toilette)

6.1

Puma · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Puma Flowing Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, pink grapefruit and mint, with pepperoni adding a light spice. In the heart, green leaves, cedar and basil push it in a green, woody direction. Musk and patchouli soften the base. There are aquatic and floral touches, while a fruity, synthetic side stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it leaves a light, close trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. It reads masculine and modern. Hugo Boss Hugo XY (Eau de Toilette) and Issey Miyake L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Eau Fraîche have a close profile.

True Values for Him

7.5

Tom Tailor · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tom Tailor True Values for Him is a fresh, citrusy and woody men's fragrance built around lemon, bergamot and lavender. Lemon, bergamot and green leaves open cool and bright. In the heart, lavender, geranium, eucalyptus and tarragon bring a fougère feel. The base of sandalwood, musk, moss and patchouli leaves a slightly earthy woodiness, softened a little by tonka bean. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen occasions. It reads mostly masculine and classic. Gucci Nobile and Hugo Boss Boss Sport have a close profile.

Performance

7.0

Ford Mustang · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ford Mustang Performance is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, green character against a sweet, woody base, and it suits daily wear across the seasons. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters lean towards autumn and spring, with summer and winter not far behind. Daily and leisure wear come first, while evening and business are also named. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. Mint, cardamom and lavender open it with a cool, spicy lift. Grass and green leaves in the heart keep that freshness going. In the base, vanilla, musk and sandalwood sweeten it and pull it towards a powdery, woody warmth. Its profile is close to Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Summer Fragrance 2015 and Miro Cabal pour Homme.

Marbert Man Pure

7.7

Marbert · 1989

Fresh · Floral · Green

Marbert Man Pure is a men's fragrance that sets the fresh opening of lavender, lemon and bergamot against a woody base of sandalwood and cedarwood. Most voters pick spring, fall and summer, with winter getting fewer votes. Daily wear, leisure and business come up most often, while evening and night out are chosen less. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. It opens fresh, green and floral, with lavender, lemon, bergamot, green leaves and violet in front. The heart adds a spicy, powdery touch through coriander, jasmine, geranium and marjoram. In the base, sandalwood, amber, musk and oakmoss pull the scent in an earthy, woody direction.

Fabien Absolute (Pure Perfume)

8.4

Henry Jacques

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Pure Perfume

Henry Jacques Fabien Absolute (Pure Perfume) is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of bergamot, mandarin orange and green leaves against a woody base of oakmoss, musk and sandalwood. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both scores rest on few votes. Most voters pick spring and fall, with summer not far behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, with night out and evening trailing. The citrus and green notes give a bright, fresh start. In the heart, Brazilian palmarosa, violet and oud add a floral, spicy turn. Oakmoss, musk and sandalwood then settle it into a creamy, woody fougère feel.

Diavolo for Men (Eau de Toilette)

6.6

Banderas · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Banderas Diavolo for Men Eau de Toilette is a fresh, spicy fragrance for men that leans towards fall and spring, and suits daily wear and the office. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it stays noticeable without turning heavy. Most voters pick fall, then spring, and it is chosen mainly for daytime, work and leisure rather than nights out. It opens with green leaves, mandarin orange and bergamot, which give it a fresh citrus start. Pepper, patchouli and geranium bring a spicy, floral heart. Musk, leather and sandalwood close it on a woody, leathery base.

Thé Brun

6.9

Jean-Charles Brosseau · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jean-Charles Brosseau Thé Brun is a men's fragrance that opens with cardamom, bergamot and green leaves and settles into Lapsang Souchong tea and vetiver, with a fresh, green and slightly smoky character. Most voters read it as masculine and lean towards spring and summer, with autumn close behind. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Longevity and sillage are moderate. It opens with cardamom, cinnamon, melon and pineapple, a fresh and lightly spiced start. Violet, lavender and jasmine in the heart add a floral bridge. The base of Lapsang Souchong tea, vetiver, sandalwood and oakmoss gives a woody, faintly smoky, earthy foundation. Aramis Havana and Azzaro pour Homme have a close profile.

Notting Hill

7.4

English Laundry · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

English Laundry Notting Hill is a men's fragrance with a clean character, where citrus and floral accords sit together in a fresh, bright way. It opens with blackcurrant, lemon and bergamot, with lime backing up that bright citrus base. In the heart, green leaves, lavender and rosemary add an herbal freshness, while geranium, rose and jasmine soften the floral side. The base settles on sandalwood, cedarwood and oakmoss, with tonka bean adding a light sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are not conclusive. It is positioned as a men's scent, and its fresh, aquatic build suits everyday wear. Chanel Allure Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Le Mâle Summer Fragrance 2013

6.9

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Summer Fragrance 2013 is a fresh, green men's scent, with the coolness of lavender and peppermint set against a sweet, powdery tone. It has been discontinued. It opens with lavender, peppermint and cardamom, which give a cool, lightly spicy start. Grass and green leaves then take over the heart and turn the scent leafy. In the base, sandalwood, vanilla, cedarwood and musk soften and sweeten it, settling into a woody, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted. Its fresh, green character sits close to summer days, and it is classed as a men's fragrance. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Summer Fragrance 2015 and Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Summer Fragrance 2012 have a close profile.

Miami

5.9

Playboy · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Playboy Miami is a fresh, citrusy, green and aquatic men's fragrance, now discontinued, suited to light everyday wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with fewer choosing winter. Leisure, daily wear and business are the occasions it leans towards. It is positioned as a masculine fragrance. Green leaves, apple and bergamot give it a crisp, fruity start. The heart holds cyclamen, jasmine and rosewood, while cedarwood, musk and amber set it on a soft, woody base. A spicy touch also runs through the accords. Kappa Blue and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) share a close profile.