The Perfume Library

Vetiver Spice

7.3

Bella Bellissima · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Bella Bellissima Vetiver Spice is a fresh, spicy unisex scent built around green cardamom and Java vetiver. The top holds green cardamom, citrus notes and violet; the heart brings cypress, Java vetiver and absinth. In the base, amber, Haitian vanilla, leather and frankincense sweeten the scent and tie it to a smoky, powdery woodiness. Moss, cashmere and gaiac wood round out the texture. Longevity is good and sillage is moderate. Voters rate it equally suited to daytime, leisure and business, with evening wear also in the mix. The cardamom freshness keeps it easy for everyday use.

Sport

7.3

John Player Special · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

John Player Special Sport is a fresh men's fragrance that pairs mint and citrus brightness with a green, spicy edge. Its longevity is rated weak and its sillage moderate, though the small number of ratings means these figures are only a rough guide. It reads clearly masculine and suits those who want something light and fresh for daytime wear. Mint and citrus notes come first. Spices and lavender follow in the heart, softening the freshness and adding a floral, green tone. The base settles into amber and woody notes, while the accords also bring creamy and fruity touches and a distinctly synthetic feel.

Bruce Willis Personal Edition

6.4

LR · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

LR Bruce Willis Personal Edition is a men's fragrance that opens with citrus notes and black pepper, with tobacco in the heart and leather and oud underneath. The opening is fresh, lightly fruity and spicy, led by citrus notes and black pepper. Aromatic notes and tobacco form the heart, while leather and oud give the base a woody, leathery weight. A synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so these ratings are tentative. It reads as masculine. Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Men (Eau de Toilette) and David Beckham Beyond (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Tiger

8.7

Boadicea the Victorious · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Boadicea the Victorious Tiger is a fresh, floral unisex scent built around citrus and aquatic accords. It opens bright with grapefruit, bergamot and citrus notes. Jasmine and magnolia soften the heart with a floral touch, while vetiver, sandalwood and patchouli lay a woody base. Musk and amber round it off, and the fruity and spicy facets stay in the background. Longevity is rated strong and projection good, though both ratings rest on only a few votes. With its fresh character and woody foundation, it sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. Bond No. 9 Hamptons and Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Essenza have a close profile.

Downtown Deja-Vu

7.8

Day Three Fragrances · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Day Three Fragrances Downtown Deja-Vu is a unisex scent that sets a bright citrus and fruit opening against a floral heart and a sweet base. It opens with red fruits, citrus notes and apple, juicy and bright. In the heart, rose, cinnamon and iris bring a soft floral touch, with the cinnamon adding a little warmth. The base of amber, cotton candy, musk and suede settles the scent into something sweet and smooth. Longevity is rated as good, though that rests on only a few votes. The fruity, sweet character makes it an easygoing, everyday kind of scent that reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine. Fragrance World Brown Orchid and Sand + Fog Bloom have a close profile.

Septimontium - Caelius

7.4

Mauro Lorenzi · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Spicy

Mauro Lorenzi Septimontium - Caelius is a unisex scent that ties the freshness of citrus to a resinous, smoky woodiness. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, pink pepper and citrus notes, fresh with a light spiciness. In the heart, elderflower and cistus soften that brightness. The base brings cedarwood, sandalwood and frankincense forward, while musky notes add a creamy warmth and a faint animal trace. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Teufelsküche Unlimited Desire and Rayhaan Vantage have a similar profile.

Natural Savage

7.1

Birkholz

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Birkholz Natural Savage is a fresh, sweet-leaning men's fragrance that sets bergamot and citrus against spice. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though the votes are few, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It is positioned as a masculine scent. It opens bright with bergamot, citrus and spicy notes. Lily of the valley and coumarin then turn the heart floral and sweet. Amber and musky notes leave a warm, woody base, with fruity and earthy tones staying in the background. Zara Amber Fusion Men and Avon Man have a close profile.

Rebel at Heart - Dark Woods

7.0

Thomas Sabo · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Thomas Sabo Rebel at Heart - Dark Woods is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with spice, green touches and a woody base. Its character is cool rather than warm, and fairly balanced. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so that picture is tentative. It is classed as a men's perfume. The top notes of nutmeg, pepper, geranium and cardamom bring a lively, spicy edge. In the heart, cedarwood, lavender and vetiver build a woody, green frame, softened by citrus notes. The base of moss, patchouli, musk and amber finishes it on an earthy, creamy warmth. Fendi Theorema Uomo and Rasasi Royale for Men have a close profile.

Calypso

7.1

Harry Lehmann

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Harry Lehmann Calypso is a fresh, green unisex scent led by citrus and flowers; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Only a few votes back this up, so it is a rough guide, but it suggests a scent that stays close to the skin without filling a room. It is meant for men and women alike. Mandarin orange and citrus notes carry the freshness, while galbanum and fresh notes add a green edge. Neroli, jasmine, rose and yellow narcissus form a floral core, and vanilla, tonka bean, amber, sandalwood and musk soften it with a sweet, woody warmth. Aquatic and fruity touches run through the accords. Eva Longoria Eva and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Hedi's Garden

6.2

Hart + Hedi · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hart + Hedi Hedi's Garden is a fresh, floral unisex scent in which gardenia, citrus notes and violet lead. It opens with gardenia, citrus notes and violet, while rose, linden blossom and geranium carry the floral heart. Vetiver, blackcurrant and cedar settle underneath, giving it a green, lightly fruity and woody base. The overall impression is fresh and green, with a touch of sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though only a few people have voted on them. Voters place it mostly in daily wear, leisure and business settings, with evening and night out further behind. Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Ultime and Laura Biagiotti Roma Uomo Green Swing have a close profile.

Eau Libre

7.9

Yves Saint Laurent · 1975

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Yves Saint Laurent Eau Libre is a fresh, citrusy and green chypre, unisex and now discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick it most for leisure, daily wear and the office, and some also suggest it for sport. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, with a classic streak close behind. It opens on citrus notes, then green notes take over in the heart. In the base it settles into woody notes with a faint spicy, dry chypre feel. The overall impression is clean, lively and simple.

Orquidea

7.6

Daniel Josier

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Daniel Josier Orquidea is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that pairs black orchid, ylang-ylang and French jasmine with vanilla, dark chocolate and amber; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though few people have rated it, so those verdicts are tentative. It reads unisex, and its dense, sweet build sits more comfortably in cooler weather. It opens with blackcurrant, black truffle and citrus notes alongside the florals. Spices and black orchid lead the heart. The base carries the sweetness through vanilla, dark chocolate and amber, while patchouli, vetiver and frankincense add a woody, resinous, slightly smoky depth.

Midnight Pomegranate (Body Splash)

6.9

Bath & Body Works · 2007

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Body Splash

Bath & Body Works Midnight Pomegranate (Body Splash) is a fruity, spicy body splash built around pomegranate, dewberry and cinnamon, with a sweet, slightly smoky character aimed at women. It has been discontinued. It opens with pomegranate and dewberry alongside aniseed, nutmeg and cinnamon, giving a sweet, spiced start. In the heart, jasmine and iris add a soft floral touch while blackberry and raspberry keep the fruit going. The base is led by vanilla, sandalwood and patchouli, with tobacco and musk pushing it toward a smoky, oriental tone. Its longevity is rated weak, so it may need reapplying through the day. The profile reads feminine, and its sweet, spicy build feels closer to cooler weather. Angelo Caroli Rosa Nera Oud and Nabeel Irth (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Jazzab (Gold)

7.8

Ard Al Zaafaran

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

JV x NJ - John Varvatos x Nick Jonas (silver)

6.0

John Varvatos · 2019

Fresh · Aquatic · Synthetic

John Varvatos JV x NJ - John Varvatos x Nick Jonas is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh opening of bergamot, Italian lemon and green leaves on a woody base of sandalwood and patchouli. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, Italian lemon and citrus notes alongside green leaves and mineral notes. Sage, Madagascan geranium and iris form the heart, and Indonesian patchouli, sandalwood, musk and amber soften the base. Fresh and aquatic accords lead, with spicy and woody tones sitting behind them. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are only a rough guide. Released in 2019, it leans masculine. Dsquared² Original Wood and Zara Absolutely Dark have a close profile.

Ocean'Sky (Eau de Parfum)

4.4

LR · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Parfum

LR Ocean'Sky Eau de Parfum is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance built around citrus, mint and melon. It opens with citrus notes, then moves into a heart of mint and melon, where coolness meets a light fruity sweetness. Patchouli and cedarwood sit underneath and give it a woody base. A synthetic edge also runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so expect a light scent that stays close to the skin. It is classed as a men's fragrance and dates from 2010. Gammon C - The Black Drums and Hugo Boss Superman x Hugo have a close profile.

White Musk

7.2

The Merchant Of Venice

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

The Merchant Of Venice White Musk is a fresh, floral and powdery scent with a soft, creamy musk character, worn by anyone, as a unisex fragrance. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it sits close and clean rather than leaving a heavy trail. The number of ratings is small, so this is only a rough guide. It has a light, tidy character that doesn't lean toward either masculine or feminine. Citrus notes and bergamot open it bright and fresh. The heart brings jasmine, rose, lily of the valley and cyclamen into a floral garden feel, with oud staying quietly in the background. The base of musk, tonka bean and amber sets a sweet, creamy footing, and cedarwood adds a faint woody touch.

Grabazzi

7.2

Gendarme · 1995

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gendarme Grabazzi is a fresh, citrusy and green men's fragrance with a floral and spicy side. It opens with citrus notes, pepper and carnation, and jasmine and lavender carry the heart into a floral setting. The base brings musk, lime, bergamot, leather and lilac, while the woody and oriental accords add some weight without losing the fresh feel. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin as a quiet scent. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Penhaligon's Quercus and Davidoff Silver Shadow Private have a close profile.

Ektoplasma (2026)

6.0

Heretic · 2026

Floral · Green · Sweet

Heretic Ektoplasma (2026) is a floral, green unisex scent that sets a cold air accord, juniper and citrus notes over sandalwood and musk. Voters rate its longevity as moderate and its sillage as weak, so it suits anyone who wants a scent that stays close to the skin. No season or occasion votes are available, and the unisex profile leaves it open to men and women alike. It opens with a cold air accord, aromatic woods, citrus notes and juniper. Towards the heart, floral and milky notes with sandalwood turn it powdery and creamy. Ambergris and musk settle at the base. Sweet, spicy, woody and synthetic tones run through the accords as well. Juliette Has A Gun Ode to Dullness and Zara Shades of Nirvana have a close profile.

Tangy Caper

7.4

Daniel Josier · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Daniel Josier Tangy Caper is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent with a spicy, woody backbone. It opens with bell pepper, mint, southernwood and honey pomelo, then moves into artemisia, fennel, pink pepper and orange, which keep the green and spicy side going. The base of musk, sandalwood and woody notes softens and dries it down. The overall impression is bright and sharp, with a synthetic edge among its accords. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It suits men and women alike and reads as an easy everyday wear. Its profile is close to D'Qar New York and Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette).

Lochranza / Bay Citrus

7.6

Arran

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Arran Lochranza / Bay Citrus is a fresh, green and woody men's scent that opens on citrus, deepens with patchouli, laurel and aniseed, and dries down on cedar and vetiver. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the small number of ratings makes these figures tentative. It is classed as a men's fragrance, and there is no clear lean towards a particular season or occasion. The citrus notes bring an immediate freshness. In the heart, patchouli, laurel and aniseed add a spicy, green and earthy character. Cedar and vetiver form a woody base underneath. Fresh and earthy accords come through together. Terre d'Hermès Eau de Toilette and Ferrari Vetiver Essence have a close profile.

Air

5.8

Mercedes-Benz · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Mercedes-Benz Air is a fresh, green men's fragrance that sets angelica, petitgrain and citrus notes beside patchouli and turmeric leaf. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It is classed as a men's fragrance. The vote counts are small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Citrus and petitgrain give it a bright start, while the aquatic and green accords carry that freshness through. Angelica and artemisia add a herbal, slightly bitter depth; patchouli and turmeric leaf lay down a woody, earthy, spicy base. Fruity and creamy touches soften the edges, and a clean, synthetic feel comes through. Angel Schlesser Profound Orange Wood and Keiko Mecheri Mulholland have a close profile.

Nouwa

6.6

Rituals · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Rituals Nouwa is a sweet, floral women's fragrance that opens with spices, citrus notes and marula and softens into orris root, tonka bean and cedarwood. Spices, citrus notes and marula give the opening a fruity, lively start. At the heart, orris root adds a powdery, creamy softness. In the base, tonka bean keeps the sweetness going while cedarwood draws a woody frame around it. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, though with few votes these ratings are tentative. It is positioned as a women's fragrance. Juliette Has A Gun Liquid Illusion and Kenzo Cèdre Secret have a close profile.

St. Incense / Incenso

8.0

Mine Perfume Lab · 2015

Citrus · Green · Sweet

Mine Perfume Lab St. Incense / Incenso is a unisex scent that sets bright citrus against a resinous, smoky and woody base. It opens with citrus notes, then frankincense takes over in the heart and the scent turns resinous with a light smokiness. The base holds woods, vanilla and moss: vanilla adds sweetness, while moss brings a green, earthy tone. Spicy and leathery touches stay in the background. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the vote count is small, so those ratings are tentative. It reads neither masculine nor feminine, leaning toward the woody, resinous side. Knize Knize Sec and Balmain Carbone have a close profile.