The Perfume Library

When Soul Gets High

7.5

Emir · 2022

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Emir When Soul Gets High is a unisex scent where cherry, saffron and cardamom form a sweet, spicy, gourmand blend. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though few votes back these ratings, so treat them as a rough guide. It suits men and women alike, and voters find it good value for money. Cherry, raspberry and white honey bring a fruity sweetness, while gingerbread, vanilla and tonka bean give the gourmand side. Saffron, cardamom and nutmeg add spice; tobacco, patchouli and Virginia cedar build a smoky, woody base. Benzoin and frankincense add a resinous warmth, and chamomile and almond a powdery, creamy softness. Parfums de Marly Carlisle and The Dua Brand Honey Laced Tabac have a close profile.

Nectarine Petal

6.6

Clean · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clean Nectarine Petal is a fresh, fruity unisex scent that balances the sweetness of nectarine and peach blossom with a citrus and aquatic lightness. The top is Calabrian bergamot, chamomile and nectarine, so citrus leads at first and the fruit follows close behind. The heart of passion fruit, osmanthus and peach blossom adds a sweet, floral softness. In the base, musk, white woods and amber keep it light and clean. Voters find both longevity and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin, though the small number of votes makes that a tentative view. It suits warm weather and anyone wanting a light scent that doesn't announce itself. It reads equally well on men and women.

D'Aguilar Puriste

7.9

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume D'Aguilar Puriste is a unisex scent that reads fresh, citrusy and green, with woody and spicy touches. Voters pick it mostly for leisure, business and daily wear, with evening and night out less often. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Grapefruit, lime and Japanese yuzu give it a bright citrus lift. Kashmiri lavender, sage and green tea absolute pull that brightness towards a green, herbal side. Indian vetiver, Virginia cedar and oakmoss lay a woody base throughout, while Venezuelan tonka bean absolute adds a light sweetness to the whole.

Black Rose

6.7

SweDoft · 2020

Floral · Green · Synthetic

SweDoft Black Rose is a unisex scent that pairs rose with oud in a smoky frame, best suited to fall and winter evenings. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure time. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Feminine and masculine votes run close, so it reads as genuinely unisex. The notes come across as one blend: damask rose and chamomile give a floral, green side, while frankincense and oud add a spicy, woody, smoky and leathery weight. A synthetic touch is also noticeable. Montale Aoud Damascus and Mauboussin Cristal Oud have a close profile.

Cosmogony - Proserpina

7.6

Brocard

Floral · Green · Fruity

Brocard Cosmogony - Proserpina is a floral, green chypre made for women. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of ratings is small, so these impressions are still tentative. It reads as a feminine fragrance. The notes work as one whole rather than in stages: oakmoss, jasmine, ylang-ylang, rose and patchouli form a floral and woody backbone. Mandarin orange, lemon and pomegranate add a fruity brightness, while cistus and sandalwood deepen the chypre feel. A spicy thread runs through it. Halston Catalyst and Carven Intrigue have a close profile.

Le Saline

6.7

Eolie

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Eolie Le Saline is a fresh, green and aquatic women's fragrance built around thyme, chamomile and eucalyptus. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so take that loosely. Voters place it mostly in leisure and business settings, with daily wear close behind; evenings and nights out come second. It is classed as a women's perfume. Thyme, myrtle and eucalyptus give it a cool, herbal, lightly spicy character, while chamomile adds a soft floral note. Patchouli, cedarwood, musk and vanilla settle that freshness onto a woody, gentle base. Erbario Toscano Salis and Bottega Profumiera Shardana have a close profile.

Fleurs des Sentiers (Eau de Toilette)

6.4

Yves Rocher · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Toilette

Yves Rocher Fleurs des Sentiers Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's scent that suits daily wear and relaxed leisure time. Most voters wear it for daytime, leisure and the office, a few for sport, and evening comes last. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. The number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. The notes are chamomile, rose, sage and hawthorn, with no split into top, heart and base; it reads as a single whole. A fresh, green floral character leads, softened by a touch of sweetness. The fougère accord adds a clean, herbal edge.

Gin-Seng

6.8

The Different Company · 2026

Fresh · Green · Fruity

The Different Company Gin-Seng is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, green character, lifted by fruity and spicy touches. It opens with goji berry, basil and ginger, the last two giving it a green, spicy edge. The heart brings watery fruits, chamomile and ginseng, which soften it with a light sweetness. In the base, Haitian vetiver, cedar and musk settle it onto a woody, earthy footing. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without pushing into the room, though the number of votes is small and the figures are only a rough guide. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on anyone. Chopard Vétiver d'Haïti au Thé Vert and Ex Nihilo The Hedonist (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Hanae

8.1

Aureum Botanica · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aureum Botanica Hanae pairs the fresh, green character of yuzu, juniper and green tea with the florals of chamomile, geranium and May rose; it is unisex and has been discontinued. Citrus and green lead the scent: yuzu and juniper bring freshness, while green tea keeps it calm. Chamomile, geranium and May rose soften the floral side, and apricot adds a light fruity touch. Frankincense gives it a resinous, faintly smoky and powdery depth, with the spicy side staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has its share too. It is worn for leisure, nights out and the office. Feminine and masculine votes are almost equal, so it truly reads as unisex. Lush Black Pearl and Maison Margiela (untitled) have a close profile.

D'Aguilar

7.8

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume D'Aguilar is a fresh, green, fougère-style unisex scent built on several lavenders, grapefruit and yuzu, with oakmoss, vetiver and cedar beneath. The citrus brightness comes from grapefruit, yuzu and lime. Sage and marjoram add a spicy, herbal edge, while oakmoss, vetiver and Virginia cedar form a dry, green base. Honeysuckle absolute softens the floral side. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters lean towards daily, leisure and office wear, with evening and night out less common. It sits comfortably on men and women alike. It has been discontinued.

Nuages de Coton

6.0

Jardin Bohème · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Jardin Bohème Nuages de Coton is a powdery, creamy floral for women, led by ylang-ylang, jasmine and chamomile. It leans towards daytime: most voters pick daily, leisure and business settings, while evening and night-out wear sits further back. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it stays close without filling a room. The vote counts are small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. The scent is fresh and floral, with ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose and violet forming the flower core and chamomile softening it. White peach adds a fruity sweetness, vanilla settles it into a creamy, powdery base, and cedarwood stays faintly woody in the background. A synthetic note runs through the accords.

Eau Ensoleillante

7.0

Clarins · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Clarins Eau Ensoleillante is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that most voters pick for summer and spring, and it suits leisure and daily wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and suits anyone who wants something light. Leisure, daily wear and sport lead the occasions, with office use not far behind; few choose it for evenings or nights out. It opens fresh and fruity with watermelon, mandarin orange and grapefruit. The heart brings a soft floral note from ylang-ylang, mimosa and chamomile. Patchouli, tonka bean and linden blossom sweeten the base and dry it down to a lightly spicy, woody finish. Sospiro Vibrato and L'Erbolario Accordo Arancio have a close profile.

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.

Desert Sermons

8.2

Toskovat' · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Toskovat' Desert Sermons is a sweet, spicy and resinous unisex scent in which honey cake, sumach and frankincense lead. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, so it leaves a clear trail around you. It sits in a unisex register without leaning masculine or feminine. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing can be said on those. It opens with honey cake, sumach, chamomile and petitgrain, a sweet and spicy start. Toward the heart, Dokha tobacco, acacia and butterfly bush bring out the floral side. The base settles into a woody, resinous floor of amber, sandalwood, frankincense and musk. Floris Honey Oud and Swiss Arabian Oud Maknoon have a close profile.

Arcadia (Eau de Parfum)

7.9

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume Arcadia Eau de Parfum is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex scent with a floral layer on top. Voters find its longevity and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing can be said about when it suits best. As a whole, lemon and bergamot bring brightness, while green tea and violet leaf add a green edge. Jasmine, tuberose and osmanthus lend a soft floral note; juniper and vetiver give it a spicy, chypre depth. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea and Floris 1976 have a close profile.

Belle Mademoiselle

6.9

L'Ateliero · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

L'Ateliero Belle Mademoiselle is a powdery, creamy women's fragrance in which a fresh floral side sits under a fruity, gourmand sweetness. The notes read as one blend: pear and chamomile bring a fruity freshness, while iris adds a powdery floral touch. Caramel, praliné and vanilla carry the sweetness and creaminess, with cinnamon and patchouli softening it into a warm base feel. Lemon grass leaves a light fresh edge throughout. Longevity and sillage are rated good by those who voted, though the sample is small. Most voters place it in leisure wear, with night out and evening close behind. It is classed as a women's fragrance. Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Parfum and Zara Red Vanilla have a close profile.

Black Pearl

7.1

Lush · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lush Black Pearl is a discontinued women's perfume built on chamomile, frankincense, lavender and myrrh, pairing a fresh, floral side with a resinous one. It wears close to the skin: longevity is moderate and sillage is weak. The number of ratings is small, so this is a tendency rather than a firm verdict. The notes aren't split into top, heart and base but read as one whole. Lavender and chamomile set a fresh, green, floral tone, while frankincense and myrrh add a resinous, spicy depth. A citrus brightness, some sweetness and a powdery softness round it out. Serge Lutens Encens et lavande and Tom Ford Lavender Extrême have a close profile.

Mystique Musk

7.9

Al Haramain

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Al Haramain Mystique Musk is a floral, powdery women's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter. It opens with violet leaf, chamomile and mandarin orange, a light, slightly green freshness. In the heart, iris, jasmine, freesia and osmanthus form a floral core. Vanilla and white musk soften the base, while leather adds an animal, leathery depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring in second place. Evening wear stands out most, though daytime and nights out are also common. It is classed as a women's fragrance. Womo Black Powder and Nishane Hundred Silent Ways X have a close profile.

Destination Grand Canyon

7.9

Avon · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Avon Destination Grand Canyon is a fresh men's fragrance that sets mandarin orange and grapefruit against the dry woodiness of Atlas cedar; it has been discontinued. Citrus leads the scent: mandarin orange and grapefruit give it a clean, lively feel, while spices and chamomile sweeten and soften it slightly. Atlas cedar and vetiver add a woody, earthy base. The whole stays fresh, with a light sweetness and a spicy edge. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though only a small number of voters have rated them. Presented as a men's fragrance, it leaves a light, clean impression in everyday wear. Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse and JAR Parfums Shadow have a close profile.

Classic Collection: Voyage à Capri

6.5

Florascent

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Florascent Classic Collection: Voyage à Capri is a light, fresh women's fragrance that moves from yuzu, chamomile and mandarin orange into a floral heart of jasmine and mimosa. The top is citrus-led, with yuzu, chamomile and mandarin orange. Jasmine and mimosa soften the heart with a gentle floral touch. The base of aquatic notes and peach keeps the scent cool while adding a little sweetness. The accords read fresh, citrus, floral, aquatic and green. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The number of ratings is small, so these values are only a rough guide. Anomalia Aquatic Ozonic and Bobbi Brown Beach have a close profile.

Suriranka

8.1

Ensar Oud

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tabacco & Vanilla

6.8

Angelo Caroli

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Angelo Caroli Tabacco & Vanilla is a unisex fragrance with a sweet, smoky character, its gourmand sweetness balanced by a leathery, woody base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Most pick it for leisure, evening and night-out wear, while office and daytime use trail far behind. It reads as suitable for both men and women. It opens with tobacco, iris and geranium. In the heart, chamomile, lily of the valley, clary sage and pimento add a floral and spicy turn. The base of gaiac wood, white honey, Russian leather and vanilla sweetens it and dries down smoky, leathery and warm. Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille (Eau de Parfum) and Houbigant Tabac Nomade have a close profile.

Barbotine

7.6

L'Occitane en Provence · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Green

L'Occitane en Provence Barbotine is a fresh, green women's fragrance that opens with bergamot, mint and lily of the valley and softens into chamomile and amber. Bergamot and mint bring coolness, while lily of the valley adds a light floral touch. In the heart, chamomile, tansy and amber come forward, giving a green, slightly spicy feel with the sweetness kept in the background. The base of musk, cedar and sandalwood settles it onto a soft, woody footing. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is not a firm verdict. It reads as a feminine scent suited to everyday wear. Harry Lehmann Maiglöckchen and Penhaligon's Violetta have a close profile.

Sage and Chamomile Wise Tea / 希臘山丘賢者茶

5.9

OrDioLab · 2025

OrDioLab Sage and Chamomile Wise Tea / 希臘山丘賢者茶 is a unisex scent built around chamomile, sage and black tea; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though few people have rated it, so these impressions are tentative. It does not lean towards either gender. It opens fresh with bergamot, yuzu and chamomile. The heart turns herbal and tea-like with thyme, black tea, sage and lavender. The base of musk, patchouli and cedar settles it on an earthy, woody footing.