The Perfume Library

Botany's Daughter

8.2

Gather Perfume

Fresh · Floral · Green

Gather Perfume Botany's Daughter is a unisex scent built around three kinds of lavender, set against bergamot and cardamom, with a fresh, floral and green character. Bulgarian lavender, French lavender and plain lavender dominate throughout. Bergamot brightens them, while cardamom adds a light spice. Linden blossom and ambrette soften the floral side, and myrrh gives it an earthy depth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though with few votes these ratings are still tentative. It reads clean and herbal, suiting men and women alike. Florame Lavande Envoûtante and Harry Lehmann L'Avion have a close profile.

Vanille Absolue

8.2

Gourmet · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Gourmet Vanille Absolue is a sweet, creamy unisex scent that rests vanilla and amber on sandalwood and musk. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though with few votes so far that picture is still tentative. There are no season or occasion votes, so it isn't tied to a particular time of year, and it sits comfortably on men and women alike. It opens with lemon, orange and apple, a bright, fruity start that vanilla blossom sweetens almost at once. In the heart, gourmand notes, cashmere and ambrette make it powdery and soft. The base of musk, sandalwood, amber and vanilla leaves it warm and creamy. Citrus and floral accords sit alongside the sweeter ones.

Extasie

5.7

Moudon · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Moudon Extasie is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that sets a fruity brightness against a woody, musky base. It opens with apple, pear and citrus notes, bright and fruity. In the heart, jasmine, cedarwood and amber soften that freshness, and the base of musk, ambrox, moss and ambrette settles into a calm, woody, faintly ambery finish. The overall feel is fresh with a slightly synthetic edge. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, though few people have voted, so these ratings are tentative. It stays close to the skin and doesn't announce itself. Being unisex, it sits equally well on men and women. Rammstein Paris and Acqua di Costanza Morgentau have a close profile.

Wild Rose

6.9

The Burren Perfumery · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

The Burren Perfumery Wild Rose is a fresh, green-tinged floral built around damask rose and Rosa centifolia, made for women. It opens with grapefruit and bergamot, a bright, slightly sharp start. At the heart two rose notes take over, and the fresh and green accords keep the rose close to a garden feel. The base settles on sandalwood, gaiac wood and beeswax for a woody footing, with benzoin sweetening it and angelica and ambrette staying in the background. Pierre Guillaume Gardénia Grand Soir and Birkholz Green Garden have a close profile.

Iris Ambrette

7.8

Rirana

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Rirana Iris Ambrette is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, powdery character over a spicy, woody base. Iris and ambrette give the scent a soft, powdery body. Cedarwood and vetiver pull it towards a dry, woody line, while lavender balances the spicy side with a fresh touch. The sweetness comes first without turning heavy, and the powdery iris stays clear. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on both men and women. Emir Homme Intense and The Dua Brand Intense Homme have a close profile.

Real Babe (Eau de Parfum)

6.9

Missguided · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Missguided Real Babe Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets a floral, fruity sweetness on a powdery, creamy base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both ratings rest on only a handful of votes. There are no season or occasion votes to go on, and it is classed as unisex. It opens with frosted pineapple, citrus notes and pink pepper. In the heart, ambrette, almond blossom and jasmine bring the floral side. The base of amber, tonka bean and musk settles into something sweet and soft, with a synthetic and spicy edge running through the accords. Câline Très Jolie and women'secret Intimate have a close profile.

Hikari / 光

6.7

Pryn Parfum · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Green

Pryn Parfum Hikari / 光 is a fresh, green and floral unisex scent that has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. The ratings come from only a small number of voters, so treat this as a loose impression. It reads comfortably on both men and women, with no clear gender lean. Nashi pear and green apple give it a crisp, fruity brightness, while blackcurrant leaf deepens the green side. Osmanthus, hibiscus and chrysanthemum add a floral layer, and sake and hop absolute bring an unusual twist. Cashmeran, ambroxan and Norlimbanol™ form a woody, slightly spicy and synthetic base.

Ciel d'Hiver - Un néroli en majesté

7.8

Moncler · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Moncler Ciel d'Hiver - Un néroli en majesté is a fresh, citrusy floral for men and women alike, aimed at anyone who likes a clean, lightly sweet scent. The top notes are neroli, mandarin orange and pink pepper, so citrus and flowers arrive together, with the pepper adding a slight edge. In the heart, Ambrox Super brings an aquatic, faintly synthetic tone. The base of sandalwood and ambrette settles it into a woody, powdery, resinous softness, while the fruity and sweet accents keep it from turning heavy. Tom Tailor Bodytalk Woman and Le Monde Gourmand Miel Bébé have a close profile.

Amber Sogara

9.0

Amouage · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Amouage Amber Sogara is a fresh, floral unisex scent built on aldehydes, rosa centifolia and ambrette. It opens with aldehydes, which give it a fresh, aquatic feel. In the heart, rosa centifolia adds a soft floral note, while ambrette settles the base into something powdery and creamy. Oriental, resinous and animal accords warm this cleanliness from the background. Voters find its longevity very strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits between masculine and feminine. The Dua Brand Omani Amber and Byredo Blanche (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Tornade Blonde (Parfum)

7.2

Christian Louboutin · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Christian Louboutin Tornade Blonde (Parfum) is a discontinued women's fragrance that sets a sweet, fruity floral bouquet against an earthy, leathery base. Its longevity and sillage both rate as moderate, so it neither disappears quickly nor fills a room. With no season or occasion votes to go on, it can't be tied to one time of year; it is made for women and leans clearly floral and oriental. It opens with blackcurrant, rhubarb, violet leaf and ambrette for a fruity freshness. The heart brings Brazilian gardenia, Bulgarian rose, jasmine sambac absolute and orange blossom into a creamy, full floral. The base of Australian sandalwood, patchouli and cedarwood grounds it in earthy, woody warmth, with ambergris leaving a soft trail.

Subalpine

7.1

Pineward · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Explorer

7.6

Argentum

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Argentum Explorer is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance built around cardamom, Sichuan pepper and labdanum. The notes read as a single whole rather than a top, heart and base. Cardamom and Sichuan pepper bring a spicy warmth, while Argentinean grapefruit adds a light freshness over it. Labdanum and frankincense give a resinous, oriental depth, and Indonesian patchouli sets an earthy, woody ground. Ambrette softens the blend, and a smoky edge stays in the background behind the sweetness. Its profile is close to Lubin Akkad and Atelier des Ors Larmes du Désert.

Magnifying Musk

8.1

Bvlgari · 2021

Sweet · Woody · Powdery

Primal Forest

7.8

Organic Perfume Girl

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Organic Perfume Girl Primal Forest is a fresh, green men's fragrance built around fir balsam, pine and oak, with the feel of a forest floor. The notes read as a single whole: the resinous coolness of fir balsam and pine sits on an earthy base of moss and oak, while amber and oud warm it slightly. Citrus and spicy touches keep it lively in a fougère mood, and ambrette softens the edges. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays on the skin for a long while without filling the room. With its woody, green and resinous character it suits outdoor walks and everyday wear. Birkholz Royal Vetiver and Rogue Targhee Forest have a close profile.

Without Words

7.1

Anna Zworykina

Fresh · Floral · Green

Anna Zworykina Without Words is a unisex fragrance that sets fresh, green florals and sweetness against an earthy, smoky ground. Jasmine, rose otto and Bulgarian rose form the floral core, while green pepper, black pepper and cardamom add a spicy edge. Absinth and davana pull the scent towards a green, slightly bitter side, and vanilla with bitter almond carries the sweetness. Patchouli, vetiver and labdanum give it a woody, resinous, smoky depth, with a faintly synthetic touch among the accords. Lalique Hommage à l'Homme Voyageur and Mark Buxton Perfumes Wood and Absinth have a close profile.

Divine

7.5

Providence Perfume · 2009

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Providence Perfume Divine is a floral, sweet fragrance for women, deepened by spice and resin. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable up close without filling a room. It reads as a women's fragrance. The vote count is small, so these impressions are tentative. It opens with bergamot, coriander and bitter orange, and jasmine, orange blossom, neroli and rose lead the heart. In the base, ambrette, angelica, amber and vanilla sweeten it into a creamy, powdery, faintly animal warmth. Its profile is close to Voix Humaine 8 and Chanel Coromandel.

Armonia

7.8

Anatole Lebreton · 2024

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Anatole Lebreton Armonia is a unisex scent that balances a leathery, spicy character with a soft, powdery floral side. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though the small number of votes means these ratings are not firm. With no gender lean, it sits comfortably on both men and women. Saffron and leather come forward, softened by iris and ambrette with their powdery texture. Patchouli and styrax add a woody, resinous depth, while tonka bean and vanilla bring a sweet warmth towards the end. La Parfumerie Moderne Cuir X and Parfum d'Empire Cuir Ottoman have a close profile.

Sera

7.2

Accendis · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Accendis Sera is a unisex scent that softens a fresh, floral character with fruity, creamy and gourmand touches. It opens with saffron, orange, bergamot and lychee, where the citrus brightness meets the light sweetness of lychee. In the heart, ambrette, jasmine and amber bring the floral side forward. The base holds woody notes, vanilla and oakmoss; vanilla pulls the scent towards a creamy, gourmand feel while oakmoss gives it a balanced, slightly earthy footing. The overall impression is fresh, with a synthetic sheen and a gentle sweetness. Dedcool Fragrance Number 01 - Taunt and Anfas Ishq have a close profile.

The Poet

8.0

Kismet Olfactive · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Kismet Olfactive The Poet is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, citrusy brightness on a woody, resinous and creamy footing. Grapefruit gives the scent its crisp side, backed by green and aquatic accords. Beneath it, Atlas cedar, Indian sandalwood and patchouli form a woody frame. Omani frankincense and resins add depth, while tonka bean and ambrette bring a sweet, creamy softness. Casablanca lily adds a floral touch that rounds things out, and the spicy and slightly leathery tones stay in the background. The notes aren't split into layers, so the scent reads as one blend from start to finish. Anomalia Cérémonie and Amouage Decision have a close profile.

Sitting on the Edge of a Cloud

7.0

Sorce · 2022

Citrus · Sweet · Powdery

Extrait de Parfum

52

6.7

Sûr de Soi · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Sûr de Soi 52 is a floral, sweet unisex scent with a creamy, powdery and lightly spicy side. It opens sweet, with bergamot, caramel, vanilla and hard candy. In the heart, jasmine, iris and rosewood add a soft floral layer. The base of musk, ambrette and sandalwood closes it in a powdery, woody warmth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the vote count is small, so this is a tentative impression. Its sweet, oriental build suits those who want something warm and soft. New Notes Latte Mimosa and Asabi № 3 Intense have a close profile.

Terracota Musk

8.0

Adolfo Dominguez · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Adolfo Dominguez Terracota Musk is a women's perfume that moves from a fresh, fruity opening of lychee, freesia and bergamot to a soft, powdery base of musk and vanilla. Lychee and bergamot lead at first; the citrus and aquatic sides add coolness, while freesia carries that freshness into a floral line. In the heart, orange blossom, tiaré and jasmine widen the floral part. In the base, musk, vanilla, iris and ambrette sweeten the scent and settle it into a creamy, powdery warmth. Kappa Camou Woman and Xerjoff Accento have a close profile.

Kenneth Cole for Her

7.8

Kenneth Cole · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Kenneth Cole for Her is a fresh, floral women's perfume softened by powdery, creamy sweetness, suited to spring and summer days, daytime wear and the office. It opens bright with pink peony, lemon and carrot seed. The heart turns floral with lily of the valley, violet and jasmine. In the base, heliotrope, musk and sandalwood sweeten the scent and settle it into a soft, powdery, woody finish. Longevity is rated good, though that rests on a small number of votes. Most voters pick spring, autumn and summer, while winter trails far behind. Daily wear, leisure and business are the most chosen occasions. It is made for women. Kayali Musk | 12 and Guerlain Eau de Lingerie have a close profile.

Swans

7.6

Régime des Fleurs · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Régime des Fleurs Swans is a unisex fragrance that pairs peach skin and lily of the valley into a light, fresh floral; it has been discontinued. It opens with peach skin and lily of the valley, a soft fruitiness set against a clean, citrusy floral freshness. In the heart, lotus and ambrette add an aquatic, watery note, keeping the scent airy and clean. The base of iris and musk settles into a powdery, creamy warmth. Moschino Cheap and Chic Light Clouds and Jovoy Musc Pallas have a close profile.