The Perfume Library

Cosmo

6.8

The Perfume Connection · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

The Perfume Connection Cosmo is a unisex scent that moves from a fresh floral opening of bergamot and rose through violet and aquatic notes to a soft, creamy base of vanilla blossom and Indian sandalwood. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin without filling a room. The number of votes is small, so this is a tendency rather than a firm verdict. It reads comfortably on both men and women, with a light, easy feel. Ginger flower, bergamot and rose open fresh and floral. In the heart, violet comes forward, aquatic notes add airiness and pink pepper a little spark. The base of Indian sandalwood, vanilla blossom and ambroxan settles into a sweet, creamy finish. Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Nettare di Sole and Diptyque Essences Insensées (2019) have a close profile.

Cool Water Oceanic Edition for Her

8.2

Davidoff · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Davidoff Cool Water Oceanic Edition for Her is a fresh, floral women's fragrance built around aquatic notes, rose and driftwood. It opens with aquatic notes, giving it a fresh, watery feel. Rose at the heart adds a soft floral turn to that coolness. Driftwood settles underneath as a woody base, while the sweet accord rounds the overall impression gently. A synthetic side also comes through. Hollister Malaia Crystal and Yves Rocher Pur Désir de Rose have a close profile.

Crystal Edition - Moments

6.6

Jacques Battini · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Jacques Battini Crystal Edition - Moments is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with a green streak. It opens with green notes, aquatic notes and basil, which feel cool and lively. Rose, jasmine and lily of the valley then soften the heart and bring a sweeter, floral tone. The base of woody notes, powdery notes and musk leaves a lightly spicy, powdery trail. Montale Intense Roses Musk and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Lilia Bella have a close profile.

Modern Man (2014)

7.7

Banana Republic · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Banana Republic Modern Man (2014) is a men's fragrance that opens with grapefruit, juniper and aquatic notes and dries down to vetiver and patchouli; it has been discontinued. The opening is a fresh, citrusy one, with grapefruit and juniper softened by aquatic notes and red seagrass. The heart of white cyclamen, Japanese radish and tamarind adds a fruity, lightly sweet turn. The base of vetiver, silver birch, patchouli, frankincense and musk leaves a woody, spicy ground, with synthetic and gourmand touches alongside. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and only a small share of voters find the sillage strong. Its fresh, woody build and masculine character keep it close to everyday wear. Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme and Versace Dylan Blue have a close profile.

Solar Blur

7.3

H&M · 2026

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

H&M Solar Blur is a fresh, floral and aquatic scent with a slightly sweet, creamy touch, made for women. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though with few votes this is only a rough guide. It sits somewhere between faint and assertive, leaving a light trail through the day. It opens with aquatic notes and bergamot for a bright start. In the heart, tiaré, white blossoms and tuberose take over and give it a creamy floral body. The base of sea salt, musk and cedarwood leaves a clean, slightly synthetic finish.

Ocean

7.8

Nabeel

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nabeel Ocean is a fresh, aquatic and citrusy unisex scent with a fruity, sweet layer on top. It opens with grapefruit, bergamot and ginger, with pink pepper sharpening the coolness while raspberry and strawberry add fruity sweetness. In the heart, iris, lotus and jasmine bring a soft floral touch, and in the base musk, amber and vanilla settle it onto a sweet, woody ground. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. It reads as unisex, suiting men and women alike. Nabeel Golden Beach and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Elinor Green

7.6

French Avenue · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

French Avenue Elinor Green is a fresh, floral and green women's fragrance built around fig and orris root. Its sillage is rated good by those who voted, though with few votes this is a tentative impression. There is not enough information on longevity, season or occasion; it is described as a women's fragrance. The top holds fig, aquatic notes and blackcurrant bud, giving a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, orris root, jasmine, iris and white blossoms turn it floral. The base of sandalwood, musk, vanilla and patchouli leaves a sweet, woody warmth. Phlur Father Figure and Houbigant Figuier Noir have a close profile.

Vibrant Leather Saline

7.6

Zara · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Vibrant Leather Saline is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with an aquatic feel and a darker leathery edge. Bergamot and ozonic notes open it with a cool, bright start. In the heart, aquatic notes, aromatic notes and black leather come together, the leather adding a slight roughness to the freshness. Patchouli, sea salt and papyrus form a dry, woody base. Floral, fruity and spicy touches stay in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so that judgment is still tentative. It is made for men and is rated highly for value. Zara 10.0 and Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Intense have a close profile.

Megatron

8.2

Alexandria Fragrances · 2022

Fresh · Aquatic · Spicy

Emporio Armani - Diamonds for Men Summer Edition 2012

7.0

Giorgio Armani · 2012

Fresh · Aquatic · Sweet

Giorgio Armani Emporio Armani - Diamonds for Men Summer Edition 2012 is a fresh, aquatic men's scent with a sweet, spicy undertone. It has been discontinued. It opens with a cool ice accord, and aquatic notes in the heart keep that freshness going. The base brings cocoa and cedarwood: the cocoa sweetens it slightly, while the cedarwood adds a dry, woody floor. The overall feel is clean and airy, with a faintly synthetic edge. Its profile is close to Aaron Terence Hughes Water and Mexx Black Man (Eau de Toilette).

Bois de Rose

7.8

Contro Corrente · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Contro Corrente Bois de Rose is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green character over a woody, powdery base. Juniper, lavender and geranium give it a green, lightly spicy freshness, and the aquatic notes keep that freshness open. Rose and rosewood carry the floral side, while sandalwood, cedarwood and patchouli add a woody, resinous and slightly animal depth. The powdery accord forms a soft backdrop, so the flowers never turn heavy or sweet. The overall impression is a clean but dry, wood-led rose. Casamorati Casafutura and Le Jardin Retrouvé Sandalwood Sacré have a close profile.

Egyptian Musk

7.7

Kuumba Made

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Kuumba Made Egyptian Musk is a unisex scent with a fresh, floral and powdery character, pairing an aquatic coolness with a soft floral veil. The top is powdery and aquatic, so the first impression is clean and light. In the heart, lily of the valley and ylang-ylang bring a gentle floral softness, while cumin adds a faint spicy edge to that sweetness. The base of cinnamon and sandalwood settles the scent onto a warm, woody footing. Its profile is close to Christian Breton Him and Crabtree & Evelyn Spring Rain.

1899

7.2

Superz.

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Superz. 1899 is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent led by pine, green notes and mossy notes. The top opens with pine, green notes and mossy notes, a cool, woodland-like start. Toward the heart, aquatic notes, chamomile and lavender add a light, floral softness. The base settles into musk, amber, earthy notes and rose, with woody and resinous accords warming it. The overall impression is clean, green and slightly synthetic in its freshness. Voters rate it 7.2 out of 10. Histoires d'Eaux Mon Jardin d'Hiver and Maison Margiela When the Rain Stops have a close profile.

Blue Sail

5.2

Nautica · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Nautica Blue Sail is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance, lightened by green and fruity touches. It opens with green leaves and apple, and aquatic notes carry the heart. In the base, amber, musk and moss soften it and keep it calm. The accords add citrus, floral and green shades, and the overall impression is airy and slightly synthetic. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, though few votes have been cast, so that verdict is tentative. Its light build points to casual, everyday wear. Nautica Voyage (Eau de Toilette) and Calvin Klein CK One (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Essential for Him

5.4

Replay · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Replay Essential for Him is a fresh men's fragrance that opens on aquatic notes, bergamot and cardamom and sweetens towards vanilla and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. The opening pairs aquatic notes, bergamot, red fruits and cardamom, giving a citrusy, green, watery freshness. In the heart, orange blossom, cedarwood and marine notes carry that freshness on. The base of vanilla, sandalwood, patchouli and tonka bean settles it into a sweet, woody and slightly powdery finish. It is meant as a men's fragrance. Its sillage is rated weak, so it suits those who want a light freshness kept close to the skin rather than a room-filling scent. Police To Be Blue Special Edition and Baldessarini Cool Force have a close profile.

Girasole

6.6

L'Erbolario · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Erbolario Girasole is a unisex scent that sets the freshness of bergamot and lemon against the sweet, powdery softness of orange blossom, sunflower and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are both rated weak, though with few votes this is not a firm verdict. It suits those who want something light that stays close to the skin. It opens with aquatic notes, bergamot and lemon for a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, orange blossom, sunflower and ginger add a soft floral touch. Vanilla and honey sweeten the base and leave a creamy trail.

Rainkissed Leaves (Eau de Toilette)

7.9

Bath & Body Works · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Bath & Body Works Rainkissed Leaves Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and floral women's scent built around aquatic notes, grass and grapefruit; it has been discontinued. It opens with aquatic notes, green notes, grass and grapefruit, a cool, citrusy freshness. In the heart, jasmine, watercress, lily of the valley and peony soften that freshness and tilt it towards flowers. The base of hedione, musk and woody notes stays in the background, leaving a clean, light finish. The aquatic and green character is clear, with a slightly synthetic sheen. Fragonard Bleu Riviera and CK One have a close profile.

Noir L'Or

7.8

La Fede

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

La Fede Noir L'Or is a unisex oriental perfume in which a floral and sweet accord sits on a spicy, woody base. The top pairs blackcurrant syrup with aquatic notes, so the dark sweetness is lightened by something watery. The heart brings rose, cyclamen, jasmine sambac and narcissus. In the base, caramel, frankincense, oud, benzoin and patchouli take over, and the scent settles into a powdery, creamy, woody warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. It reads neither masculine nor feminine. Its sweet, spicy build suits cooler days best. French Avenue Essence de Noir and RP Velours Noir have a close profile.

Royale Blue pour Homme

6.1

Rasasi

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Rasasi Royale Blue pour Homme is a fresh, aquatic fragrance for men that sets the coolness of aquatic notes, bergamot and melon over lavender and florals. It opens with aquatic notes, bergamot, galbanum and melon, and the citrus and fruity sides keep it light and airy. In the heart, lavender, jasmine, rose and violet add a soft floral layer. The base of musk, cedarwood, patchouli, sandalwood and amber builds a woody footing while the freshness stays present in the background. Overall it balances fresh, floral and woody tones. It is made for men and shares a close profile with Paolo Gigli Niagara and Creed Erolfa.

Up North

7.4

Pearfat Parfum · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Pearfat Parfum Up North is a fresh unisex scent built around aquatic notes, trillium, lemonade and willow. In Up North the notes aren't split into layers, so the scent reads as a single whole. Aquatic notes and lemonade set a bright, citrusy base, while trillium and willow soften it with a floral, woody greenness. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords lead, with the fruity and sweet sides staying in the background. The result is cool, lightly sweet and clean. Perfumes with a close profile include Demeter Fragrance Library Pink Lemonade and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Passiflora.

Kamuthraa

7.1

Attar al Has · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Attar al Has Kamuthraa is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, floral opening against a sweet, woody and slightly animalic base. Blackcurrant syrup, aquatic notes and pink pepper give it a bright, fruity start. A floral heart of cyclamen, jasmine sambac, rose, narcissus and orange blossom softens this into something creamy. The base is led by patchouli, oud, vanilla and benzoin, so the dry-down turns sweeter, with woody and leathery shades coming forward. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably on men and women alike. RP Velours Noir and French Avenue Essence de Noir have a close profile.

Rio de Janeiro

6.7

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Rio de Janeiro is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that pairs aquatic coolness with a green edge, and it leans towards easy daytime wear. Voters mostly point to daily wear, leisure and the office, with sport close behind. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it stays near the skin rather than filling a room. The number of ratings is small, so these impressions are tentative. Lemon and Brazilian mint carry the brightness, while the aquatic notes push it towards a watery feel. Cardamom and juniper berry add a light spiciness, and cypress and moss keep the green side going. Sandalwood and ambergris give the whole blend a soft woody base.

Extreme 14.0

6.5

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Extreme 14.0 is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that pairs aquatic notes with fruity, floral and green tones. As a whole it reads cool and bright: mint, lemon, bergamot and grapefruit set the tone, while pineapple, apple and watermelon pull it towards a fruity, lightly sweet side. Rose and violet add a floral layer, and sandalwood, cedarwood, vetiver and musk form a soft, woody base underneath. Spicy, resinous and synthetic touches also appear among its accords. Zara Classic 14.0 and Zara Sport 14.0 have a close profile.

Silver Water and Birch (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

Cremo

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Cremo Silver Water and Birch Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and woody men's fragrance that pairs cool aquatic notes with birch and moss. Taken as a whole, it smells crisp and outdoorsy. Aquatic notes and a citrus accord lead, while woods, birch and moss lay down a green, woody base. There is no sweetness or heaviness; the overall impression is clean and cool. Longevity is rated moderate, and there is not enough information to say how far it projects. It is classed as a men's fragrance, and its fresh build suits everyday daytime wear. Cremo No. 26 Spring Water and Fir and Axe Gravity have a close profile.