The Perfume Library

Le Mâle Elixir

8.3

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2023

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle Elixir is a sweet, spicy and gourmand men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings and nights out. Spearmint, bergamot and lavender give it a fresh starting point, while cinnamon, artemisia and benzoin pull it toward something warm, spicy and sweet. Patchouli, tonka bean and labdanum shape the body, where a powdery, creamy, oriental character takes over. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, and recommend it for evenings and nights out; few choose it for the office. It reads as masculine and modern. Le Mâle Elixir Absolu and Rasasi Hawas Elixir have a close profile.

Sedley

8.1

Parfums de Marly · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Parfums de Marly Sedley is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily wear and leisure leading, followed by business and sport. Most see it as masculine, though a fair share call it modern. Creed Himalaya and Montblanc Legend Blue have a close profile. Fresh, citrus, aquatic and green accords lead, with a spicy and woody line behind them. Aquatic notes, bergamot and spearmint give the opening its coolness. Lavender and Bourbon geranium take the heart. White musk, sandalwood and cedarwood settle it onto a soft, woody base.

Tommy (Cologne)

7.2

Tommy Hilfiger · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tommy Hilfiger Tommy (Cologne) is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with green, aquatic and lightly sweet touches, suited to spring and summer days. Grapefruit, bergamot and green apple give it a crisp fruit-and-citrus feel throughout. Spearmint and lavender push that freshness towards green, while cranberry adds a fruity note. Cinnamon leaves a small spicy accent, and cotton flower and amber soften the scent and sweeten it a little. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is rarely chosen. It leans towards daily wear, leisure, work and sport, with evenings and nights out well behind. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. Aigner Clear Day for Men and Axe Alaska have a close profile.

Relax (Eau de Toilette)

8.2

Davidoff · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Davidoff Relax Eau de Toilette opens with bergamot, spearmint and lavender and settles into vanilla and amber, a fresh, spicy men's scent that has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with winter and summer further behind. It leans towards leisure and nights out, and it also works at the office. Voters read it as masculine and classic. The opening is fresh and green, with citrus, mint and tarragon. In the heart, vetiver, jasmine and carnation add a floral, spicy side. The base turns sweeter and warmer with vanilla, amber and tonka bean, while patchouli and moss give it a woody footing.

Baldessarini (Eau de Cologne)

7.1

Baldessarini · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Cologne

Baldessarini Eau de Cologne is a men's scent that opens with spearmint, mandarin orange and bitter orange, then settles onto patchouli and sandalwood. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so the scent stays fairly close to the skin. Voters spread the seasons almost evenly, with fall and spring slightly ahead. Daily wear, leisure and office use are equally favoured, while evening and night out sit lower. Most voters call it masculine and classic. Citrus and green notes lead: spearmint adds coolness, while mandarin orange and bitter orange give a bright, fruity, lightly sweet start. In the heart, patchouli, clove and cumin bring spicy warmth. The base of balsamic notes, musk and sandalwood softens everything and dries down woody.

Armani Code Sport (Eau de Toilette)

6.9

Giorgio Armani · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Giorgio Armani Armani Code Sport Eau de Toilette is a fresh, minty citrus fragrance for men that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Mint leads here: spearmint, mint and peppermint sit beside lemon and mandarin orange for a cool, crisp feel. Ginger adds a light spice, while ambroxan and vetiver give it a soft, woody footing. It reads aquatic and green, with a slightly synthetic sheen. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is suggested for leisure, daily wear, sport and the office. Its character reads masculine. Armani Code Sport Athlete and Kenzo Homme Sport have a close profile.

Scandal pour Homme (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Roja Parfums · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Roja Parfums Scandal pour Homme Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and spicy fougère, green and woody, that reads as a classic masculine scent. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and autumn, and it wears comfortably in summer too, with winter the least chosen. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for nights out and the office. Voters call it masculine and classic. It has been discontinued. The top is bright with lemon, bergamot, lavender, tarragon and spearmint. Towards the heart, May rose, violet and jasmine soften it. The base dries down woody and spicy with vetiver, cedarwood, patchouli and clove. Creed Bois du Portugal and Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Burning Barbershop

7.7

D.S. & Durga · 2008

Fresh · Floral · Green

D.S. & Durga Burning Barbershop pairs the fresh fougère feel of a barber's chair with a smoky, resinous burn, and leans clearly masculine. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it suits leisure time and evenings. Most voters call it masculine, and some find it classic. It opens with hemlock fir, lime and spearmint, which bring coolness and a green edge. In the heart, Turkish rose, tuberose and lavender absolute add a soft floral layer. At the base, vanilla sweetens while burnt oil and hay pull the scent toward a dry, smoky finish.

Guess 1981 Los Angeles Men

7.8

Guess · 2019

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Guess 1981 Los Angeles Men is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that opens on black pepper, bergamot and plum and rests on vetiver, amber and sandalwood. The sharp freshness of black pepper and bergamot is softened by the fruity sweetness of plum at the start. In the heart, geranium, spearmint and red ginger carry the freshness on with a touch of spice. The base of vetiver, amber, sandalwood and tobacco adds a woody, oriental warmth, and the whole reads sweet and modern. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. It reads clearly masculine. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled (Eau de Toilette) and Snob Classic have a close profile.

Dirty (Perfume)

7.4

Lush · 2004

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Lush Dirty is a men's perfume with a fresh, herbal and earthy character built on tarragon, spearmint and oakmoss, and it suits spring and summer days. Green, herbal notes lead: tarragon and spearmint bring coolness, while thyme and lavender add a spicy edge. Oakmoss and sandalwood ground it in an earthy, woody base. The aquatic and fresh accords keep it light, with no sweetness or powdery softness. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions that come up most. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. Issey Miyake L'Eau Bleue d'Issey pour Homme and Aēsop Karst have a close profile.

Legend Blue

7.5

Montblanc · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Montblanc Legend Blue is a fresh men's fragrance that sets spearmint and lavender over a woody base of cedarwood and sandalwood. It opens with spearmint and lavender, kept bright by citrus, aquatic and green accords. In the heart, sandalwood and cedarwood form a woody backbone, and the base of moss and ambroxan closes it on a clean, slightly synthetic note. Its fougère character is balanced by a light spicy touch. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, office and leisure lead the occasions. It reads masculine, with a strong modern side. Parfums de Marly Sedley and Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

London Spice

7.9

Fragrance Du Bois · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Fragrance Du Bois London Spice is a fresh, woody men's fragrance where bergamot and lemon meet spearmint, with cedarwood and spices anchoring the base. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn not far behind; few pick winter. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the most named settings. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine. It opens with bright citrus from bergamot and lemon, and spearmint adds coolness. In the heart, marine notes, jasmine, white blossoms and lavender bring an aquatic, floral softness. The base of cedarwood, patchouli, cardamom and nutmeg adds a woody, spicy weight.

Polo Cologne Intense

8.0

Ralph Lauren · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ralph Lauren Polo Cologne Intense is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens with grapefruit, spearmint and basil. At the start, the brightness of grapefruit and spearmint meets the herbal edge of basil. In the heart, violet leaf absolute, thyme and clary sage add a spicy, green turn. The base of patchouli, ambroxan and vetiver gives it a woody footing, while citrus and fougère accords round out the balance. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, and daily wear and the office get the most votes. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Acqua di Parma Colonia Futura and Jo Malone 154 have a close profile.

Ébène de Balmain (1983) (Eau de Toilette)

8.2

Balmain · 1983

Fresh · Floral · Green

Balmain Ébène de Balmain is a chypre for men that sets a fresh, green opening over a resinous, leathery and earthy base; it has been discontinued. Bergamot, juniper and basil bring a cool first impression, while spearmint and artemisia push it towards the herbal side. In the heart, patchouli, geranium, cinnamon and rose add a floral, spicy warmth. It settles into frankincense, leather, moss, labdanum and amber, leaving a woody, earthy depth. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Autumn is the most favoured season, with spring and winter behind it; it leans towards evenings and nights out, yet also suits leisure time and the office. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Aramis Devin and Van Cleef & Arpels Pour Homme have a close profile.

Loyal Man (Eau de Parfum)

5.9

Bruno Banani · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Parfum

Bruno Banani Loyal Man Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance that sits close to everyday wear. It opens with apple and lemon for a bright, fruity start, while ginger adds a light spice. In the heart, spearmint and Provençal lavender lead, with balsam fir and geranium keeping things cool. The base of amber, tonka bean, patchouli and cedarwood settles into a sweet, woody, resinous finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for leisure and daily use, with business a close third. It reads as masculine and modern. Swiss Arabian Raaqi and La Rive The Hunting Man 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.

Moves

6.2

Adidas · 1999

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Adidas Moves is a fresh, green and aquatic men's fragrance built around green apple, parsley and mandarin orange, and it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. It reads masculine, and many also call it modern. It opens with green apple, parsley, tomato leaf and mint for a cool, crisp start. Lavender, juniper and ginger ale sit in the heart, and thyme, oakmoss and sandalwood form the base. The green freshness is softened by a sweet, fruity touch. Mexx Mexx Man and Adidas Sport Field have a close profile.

Drakkar Bleu

6.8

Guy Laroche · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Guy Laroche Drakkar Bleu is a fresh, masculine scent built on citrus, aquatic and green accords, suited to everyday wear in the warmer months. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure, business and sport lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. It opens with apple, spearmint and bergamot for a bright start. Lavender, sage and violet leaf form a green, lightly spicy heart. Fir balsam, patchouli and moss give the dry-down a woody base. Lanvin L'Homme Sport (Eau de Toilette) and Paris Bleu Aviator have a close profile.

Rainforest

7.7

Insolitum Odores · 2025

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Insolitum Odores Rainforest is a fresh men's scent that sets bergamot and spearmint against a green, woody base of vetiver and oakmoss. Rainforest is rated good for both longevity and sillage. Most voters pick spring and summer, with some wearing it in fall and few in winter. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions it is chosen for most. Voters mostly find it masculine, followed by modern. It opens with the coolness of bergamot and spearmint. The heart brings vetiver, geranium, aquatic notes, patchouli and sage, where the aquatic and green sides come through with a spicy touch alongside. The base of tropical woods and oakmoss settles it into a woody, earthy finish.

Mediterranean Neroli (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Mediterranean Neroli Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrus-led men's scent built on neroli, bergamot and lemon with spearmint and rosemary; it has been discontinued. It opens with spearmint, bergamot, lemon, ginger and petitgrain. In the heart, neroli, jasmine and lavender add a soft floral touch, while rhubarb, rosemary and cypress lend a green, slightly fruity tone. The base settles on moss, musk and sandalwood for a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. It reads mostly masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. Acqua di Parma Acqua Nobile Gelsomino and Truefitt & Hill Mayfair have a close profile.

Sicilian Mandarin

7.5

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ermenegildo Zegna Sicilian Mandarin is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance built around Sicilian mandarin orange, bergamot and spearmint; it has been discontinued. The fruity sweetness of mandarin and bergamot is balanced by the green, crisp feel of spearmint and petitgrain. Moss leaves a light woody and spicy backdrop, and the whole stays clean and bright. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters recommend summer and spring. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, with a masculine reading in front. Its profile is close to Caudalie Zeste de Vigne and Profumum Roma Orangea.

Scuderia Ferrari - Red (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Ferrari · 1996

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ferrari Scuderia Ferrari - Red Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a soft sweetness and a slightly synthetic edge. It has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with sport and office use also possible. Most see it as masculine, with a modern feel. The top is bergamot, orange, spearmint and galbanum, giving a green freshness. The heart of nutmeg, geranium, jasmine and iris adds a floral, spicy turn. In the base, cedarwood and oakmoss set a woody footing, which vanilla and musk sweeten and soften.

1872 Basil

7.8

Clive Christian · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Clive Christian 1872 Basil is a fresh, green men's fragrance where basil meets spice, leaning towards spring and summer daytime wear. It opens with basil, spearmint, black pepper and nutmeg: herbal coolness set against a sharp spicy edge. Clary sage sits in the heart, with woods and iris underneath. The scent moves from a citrusy freshness towards a calm, woody and slightly powdery base. Most voters pick spring and summer, with daily, leisure and business wear leading the occasions. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Masculine and classic are the characters voters choose most. Its profile is close to Acqua di Parma Cedro di Taormina and Penhaligon's Juniper Sling.

Boss Bottled United (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

Hugo Boss · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Hugo Boss Boss Bottled United Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer, everyday wear and the office. It opens with ozone, blood orange and buchu, which give it a clean, fruity and lightly sweet start. In the heart, peppermint, spearmint and orris concrete keep it cool, while vetiver, patchouli and cashmeran set it on a spicy, synthetic base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays present without dominating. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. It reads masculine and modern. Versace Eros (Eau de Toilette) and Dolce & Gabbana K (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.