The Perfume Library

Sawlaj

8.0

Kajal · 2017

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Kajal Sawlaj is a smoky, woody unisex fragrance that sets bright citrus against the darker tones of leather, resin and earth. It opens with labdanum, Amalfi lemon and lemon; the freshness comes first but sits beside a resinous edge. In the heart are leather, rose, carnation, patchouli and jasmine, with the floral side staying in the background over a leathery, spicy base. Vetiver, benzoin, vanilla and oakmoss leave a sweet, earthy and smoky dry-down. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen more often for evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is classed as unisex. Hermès Bel Ami and Tauer Perfumes L'Air du Désert Marocain Noir have a close profile.

Impresario

7.7

The Dua Brand · 2018

Citrus · Floral · Green

The Dua Brand Impresario is a green, powdery unisex chypre that suits autumn and winter evenings best. Its longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick autumn, then spring and winter, while summer trails far behind. It is chosen mostly for nights out and evenings. Voters lean towards masculine, though classic and feminine votes are also well represented. Citrus and floral notes open onto green, spicy and woody layers. Tarragon, oakmoss, tuberose and patchouli stand out, while leather, labdanum and benzoin add a resinous, animalic depth. The powdery side comes through in heliotrope and orris root. Roja Parfums Diaghilev and The Dua Brand Chypré X have a close profile.

Acqua Solaris

8.1

The Dua Brand

Fresh · Citrus · Green

The Dua Brand Acqua Solaris is a fresh, green, citrusy unisex scent built around Amalfi lemon, cypress and orange blossom, best suited to light daytime wear in summer and spring. Amalfi lemon sets the first impression, while cypress and broom add a green freshness. Orange blossom softens the fruity, sweet side, and cedarwood lays a balanced woody base beneath the lightness. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and office are the leading occasions. It reads evenly between masculine and feminine. Profumum Roma Acqua Viva and Dior Terra Bella have a close profile.

Bianca Pura

7.9

The Dua Brand · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

The Dua Brand Bianca Pura is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with a lightly sweet, fruity and powdery clean feel. Most voters wear it in spring and summer, with leisure, business and daily use leading and few choosing it for nights out. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. In character votes, feminine edges ahead, with masculine close behind. The top opens with honey pomelo, Sicilian bergamot and Amalfi lemon in a bright citrus start. In the heart, galbanum, pear and Calabrian neroli add a soft, green-tinged floral touch. The base of ambergris, white musk and rice closes it in a powdery, woody warmth. Creed Pure White Cologne and Parfums de Marly Darcy have a close profile.

Macchia Mediterranea

7.0

Monotheme

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Monotheme Macchia Mediterranea is a fresh, floral and green men's fragrance led by orange, grapefruit and Amalfi lemon, and it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays light and close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. It reads mostly masculine, though a fair share of voters call it feminine. It opens with orange, grapefruit, Amalfi lemon and bergamot, a bright citrus start. In the heart, fig, watermelon, jasmine and green notes add a fruity, floral freshness. Woody notes, musk and amber gently round out the base. Boadicea the Victorious Oxford and Molinard Les Amoureux de Peynet have a close profile.

Sandalo Per Teti

7.2

Tonatto · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Tonatto Sandalo Per Teti is a unisex scent that sets the fresh citrus of Amalfi lemon and orange over a soft base of sandalwood and musk. It opens with Amalfi lemon and orange, a fresh citrus with a lightly sweet, fruity edge. Tea and lavender in the heart soften it, bringing in spicy and powdery touches. Sandalwood and musk then settle into a warm, woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to skin and clothes. Most voters place it in spring, fall and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office leading the occasions. Voters split almost evenly between calling it masculine and feminine.

Liquid Mind Control

8.7

The Dua Brand · 2017

Fruity · Gourmand · Spicy

The Dua Brand Liquid Mind Control is a unisex scent that deepens a fruity, gourmand opening with spice, smoke and resin. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, with nearly all voters scoring longevity high. The profile suits both men and women. Red berries, Amalfi lemon and Sicilian bergamot give a bright fruit and citrus start, while red ginger sharpens it with spice. In the heart, Caribbean rum, Scotch whisky, gaiac wood and cypriol build a smoky, woody warmth, softened by Tunisian rose. Amber, Australian sandalwood and fenugreek settle into a creamy, resinous sweetness at the base.

Li Altarelli

7.2

Stéphanie de Saint-Aignan · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Stéphanie de Saint-Aignan Li Altarelli is a fresh unisex scent that sets citrus and sea air on a green, woody base; it has been discontinued. Amalfi lemon and seawater keep the first impression cool and aquatic, while galbanum adds a sharp green edge. Violet and lavender soften that freshness, and immortelle gives the background a slightly spicy, woody depth. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin without crowding anyone. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Votes split almost evenly between masculine and feminine.

Lôant Collection - Lôbitt

5.3

Santi Burgas · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Santi Burgas Lôant Collection - Lôbitt is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits spring and summer days off. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads comfortably on either. The notes are all citrus: neroli, mandarin orange, bitter orange, Sicilian bergamot and Amalfi lemon. The accords make it fresh and green, with a fruity, sweet side softening the citrus and a synthetic touch alongside. Yves Rocher Un Matin au Jardin - Agrumes en Fleurs / Citrus Flower and Bond No. 9 Little Italy have a close profile.

Mediterraneum (Eau de Toilette)

8.2

Proteo Profumi · 1993

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Proteo Profumi Mediterraneum Eau de Toilette is a classic-leaning men's scent that pairs bright citrus with a green, spicy and resinous depth; it has been discontinued. It opens with mandarin orange, Amalfi lemon, bergamot and lavender, while tarragon and aldehydes add a green, slightly sparkling edge. In the heart, fir, geranium and fern keep the green going, with jasmine, rose and cinnamon bringing a floral, spicy softness. It dries down to amber, sandalwood, vanilla and patchouli, leaving a sweet, woody, powdery and faintly animalic base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter far behind; it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though night out and business also get votes. Most see it as masculine. Giorgio for Men and Romeo Gigli per Uomo have a close profile.

Omen

7.4

The Dua Brand · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

The Dua Brand Omen is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, spicy body against fresh citrus; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though these ratings come from a small number of voters. Voters pick it most for leisure, daily wear and business, with evening and night out a little further behind. It opens with grapefruit and Amalfi lemon for a bright start. In the heart, Mysore sandalwood, rum, gaiac wood and Damask rose add a woody, spiced warmth. The base of vanilla absolute, musk, ambergris and roasted arabica coffee settles into a creamy, resinous sweetness.

Gusto Limone

8.0

Zaharoff · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Zaharoff Gusto Limone is a fresh, citrus-led unisex fragrance built around tangerine, Amalfi mandarin orange and Amalfi lemon. The top opens with tangerine, Amalfi mandarin orange and spearmint, while the heart brings white pepper, sea breeze, citrus leaf and Amalfi lemon. A fruity, slightly sweet tone runs alongside the fresh citrus character. The base of incense, mineral woods and white amber softens it as it dries down. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It reads equally easily on men and women.

Charisma 1881

7.7

MAD Parfumeur

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

MAD Parfumeur Charisma 1881 is a fresh, green-edged men's fragrance led by citrus and aquatic accords. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small. With its fresh character and masculine bent, it suits anyone looking for a crisp scent to wear through the day. It opens with bergamot, Amalfi lemon and grapefruit, a bright, fruity citrus layer. Lavender, iris and rose soften that freshness in the heart. In the base, musk, cedarwood, sandalwood and amber settle it onto a warm, woody footing. Its profile is close to Casamorati Mefisto Gentiluomo and Casamorati Mefisto.

Ambrosia

7.8

Sherwood · 2023

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Sherwood Ambrosia is a dense, oriental unisex scent that weighs a floral and spicy core down with oud, resin and smoke. It opens briefly bright with mandarin orange, Amalfi lemon and Bulgarian lavender, then the heart brings East Indian oud, French iris and Bulgarian rose forward. The base is dominated by Indian vetiver, patchouli, labdanum and tobacco absolute, while the animal, leathery and earthy accords darken everything. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so this rests on a limited sample. Sherwood Ambrosia suits those who like heavy fragrances that announce themselves. It has been discontinued. Elixir Attar Dark Matter and Dixit & Zak Hindi Tabac have a close profile.

Guercino

7.9

V Canto · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

V Canto Guercino is a unisex fragrance that opens fresh with Sicilian bitter orange, Amalfi lemon and Calabrian bergamot, then turns floral and fruity. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Voters pick it most for leisure and nights out, with evening and business wear following behind. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine, sitting somewhere in between. Citrus and Italian cedar frame the top in a fresh way. Towards the heart, Italian heliotrope, Persian melon, Mexican frangipani and green apple add a floral, fruity sweetness. In the base, Indian patchouli, amyris, musk and Bourbon vanilla take over, settling the scent on a woody, sweet ground. Versace Eros pour Femme (Eau de Parfum) and Fendi L'Acquarossa (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Dukes Carpet

7.7

ānti · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

ānti Dukes Carpet is a unisex woody, spicy scent that opens with cardamom, Amalfi lemon and ginger, then moves into gin and juniper. Dukes Carpet is rated moderate for both strength and longevity, though the small number of votes means these ratings are still tentative. It is written for men and women alike, without a gendered lean. The top is citrus and spice: cardamom, lemon, ginger and cedar leaf give it a fresh start. In the heart, gin, juniper and red berries add a fruity, lightly sweet note. The base of cedarwood and aged wood settles into a creamy woodiness. Chanel Allure Homme Édition Blanche and Xerjoff P.33 have a close profile.

Oud Maknoon

7.9

Swiss Arabian

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Swiss Arabian Oud Maknoon is a unisex scent that sets oud, amber and vanilla in a smoky, resinous frame, with a clearly sweet, gourmand side. It opens bright and fruity with Amalfi lemon, apricot, chamomile and artemisia. Frankincense and iris then bring a resinous, slightly powdery heart. The base is led by oud, leather, amber and vanilla, while musk and Virginia cedar soften this sweet, woody, spicy ground. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, though few people have voted, so treat that as a tendency rather than a verdict. Given how dense it is, a light hand gives a more balanced result. Lattafa Oud Mood (Eau de Parfum) and Sapil Oud Al Lail have a close profile.

Si Tu Savais

6.5

Galimard

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Galimard Si Tu Savais is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards leisure and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters place it in relaxed days, daily wear, sport and the office. Night-out and evening use sit well behind. It reads feminine. The top is Amalfi lemon, mandarin orange, hyacinth and Granny Smith apple, a fresh, citrusy, fruity opening. Jasmine and rose in the heart add a soft, sweet floral note. Musk and Virginia cedar underneath settle it into a woody base. Green and synthetic tones also run through the accords.

Victorian Posy

7.4

Penhaligon's · 1979

Citrus · Floral · Green

Penhaligon's Victorian Posy is a citrusy, green and floral chypre built on Amalfi lemon, galbanum and a heart of jasmine, violet and rose; it has been discontinued and reads feminine and classic. It opens fresh and green with Amalfi lemon, orange and galbanum, while chamomile and hyacinth lead into the floral side. Jasmine, violet and rose carry the heart, and vetiver, sandalwood and oakmoss settle into a woody, earthy, powdery base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure or business settings; most call it feminine and classic. Alfred Sung Sung (Eau de Toilette) and Floris Edwardian Bouquet (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Aqaba Men

6.9

Aqaba · 2006

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aqaba Men is a masculine fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with leather and wood in a chypre-leaning style. Longevity is good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Most voters pick it for evenings and nights out, with leisure and daily wear also fitting, while office use sits further back. Amalfi lemon and green notes give it a fresh, citrus-led feel. White blossoms soften that, cognac and sandalwood add depth, and leather brings out the leathery, woody character. Spicy and oriental touches warm the balance.

Talitha

7.4

Tiziana Terenzi · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Tiziana Terenzi Talitha is a unisex scent that opens on citrus and ties spice, flowers and leather to smoky woods. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, so it carries beyond the skin and spreads comfortably. The number of votes is small, so take that as a first impression. The top is bright with lemon leaf, Sicilian pink grapefruit, Calabrian bergamot and Amalfi lemon. In the heart, Bulgarian rose and ylang-ylang meet Ceylonese cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg, while Italian leather and ambergris add a leathery weight. The base settles into a woody, smoky floor of gaiac wood, Atlas cedar and vetiver. Nicolaï Cuir Cuba Intense and Adnan B. Noir have a close profile.

Fefé (Dandy Napoletano)

6.8

Panama 1924 · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Panama 1924 Fefé (Dandy Napoletano) is a fresh, spicy fragrance for men that opens on tarragon, Amalfi lemon and Calabrian bergamot and settles into patchouli and woods. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though both ratings rest on few votes. Voters pick it most often for evenings and nights out, and it also gets worn for business and leisure. The green, citrusy opening gives way to orange blossom, jasmine sambac and saffron, where spice and flowers sit side by side. The base builds an earthy, slightly smoky woody ground from Singapore patchouli, Virginia cedar and gaiac wood, with amber and musk adding a resinous warmth. Brooklyn Soap Company New Level and Lalique Encre Noire (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Flamboyant

5.8

Oriflame · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Oriflame Flamboyant is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance led by orange, grapefruit and bergamot. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps a low profile. Most voters pick daytime and office wear, with leisure close behind. Amalfi lemon joins the citrus at the start. In the heart, laurel, pepper, nutmeg and cardamom add a spicy edge and a green touch. The base of Virginia cedar, sandalwood and oakmoss settles into a woody, slightly powdery finish. Kerosene Santalum Slivers and Gianfranco Ferré Gieffeffe have a close profile.

Oro 750‰

6.7

Omnia Profumi · 2012

Citrus · Floral · Green

Omnia Profumi Oro 750‰ is a perfume for women that opens with citrus and flowers and settles into vanilla with a resinous, woody base; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick it for evenings, leisure time and nights out, while office wear comes last. It opens bright and fresh with Amalfi lemon, bergamot and honeysuckle. In the heart, peony, lilac and lavender add a soft floral and green touch. The base turns sweet and powdery with vanilla, coumarin and sandalwood, while patchouli and frankincense add a woody, resinous depth.