The Perfume Library

Leaf

7.6

Jil Sander · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Jil Sander Leaf is a fresh, green unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick Leaf for summer and spring, and leisure, work and everyday wear lead the occasions. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost level, so it sits comfortably on either side. Cardamom, corn mint and key lime work together, with a fresh, citrusy greenness in front. Aldehydes give it a bright, slightly synthetic edge, and the cardamom adds a thin spicy line. Cartier VI: L'Heure Brillante and Jil Sander Shiso have a close profile.

Rising Cologne

8.0

Dixit & Zak · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dixit & Zak Rising Cologne is a unisex scent that opens fresh, green and citrusy over florals and settles on a warm, woody, resinous base; it has been discontinued. It lasts well and projects moderately. Most voters pick summer, spring and fall, while winter comes well behind. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, with some votes for evenings out. The top is bright with mandarin orange, bergamot, key lime and orange, alongside rose and jasmine. In the heart, ylang-ylang, tuberose, pink pepper and ginger bring a floral warmth with a light spiciness. The base rests on sandalwood, oud and frankincense, smoky and resinous, with civet adding an animal edge.

Vétiver Infini

6.8

Caron · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tulum

7.4

Cloon Keen Atelier · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Cloon Keen Atelier Tulum is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that softens the sharp tang of grapefruit and key lime with pink pepper, Turkish rose and green mango; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it makes itself felt without filling the room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the settings that come up most. Most voters who weigh in on character read it as feminine, though some call it masculine. It opens with grapefruit and key lime keeping things fresh and citrusy. In the heart, pink pepper adds spice, Turkish rose brings a floral note and green mango a fruity sweetness. The base of maté absolute, woody notes and amber leaves a green, woody and lightly sweet footing.

Silent Grove

7.5

D.S. & Durga

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

D.S. & Durga Silent Grove opens with Virginia cedar, key lime and petitgrain, a fresh, green fragrance for women that has been discontinued. Citrus and cedar come first, with petitgrain adding a green edge. In the heart, white tea, linden tree and rose otto soften things and bring out the floral side. The base of white lotus, white musk and grass leaves a clean, lightly woody trail. Voters find longevity moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most pick spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure lead the occasions. Feminine votes edge ahead, though masculine votes are substantial too, so it doesn't read strictly one way. Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza and Nicolaï Riviera Verbena have a close profile.

Zelen

8.7

Boka · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Boka Zelen is a green unisex fragrance that sets bright citrus against the dry, earthy warmth of vetiver and cedar. It opens with key lime, Japanese yuzu and Italian bergamot in a sharp, sparkling citrus burst. The heart turns spicy and lightly resinous with beeswax absolute, pink pepper and green cardamom. The base settles on Haitian vetiver, Virginia cedar and Mysore sandalwood, leaving a woody, earthy and slightly smoky finish. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both ratings rest on few votes. The fresh, woody character suits everyday wear, and it sits comfortably on men and women alike. Maison Mona di Orio Les Nombres d'Or - Vétyver and Miller Harris Vetiver Insolent have a close profile.

Edmundo Puro Sublime / Puro

7.2

Nejma · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Nejma Edmundo Puro Sublime / Puro is a men's fragrance that ties a fresh, citrusy opening to a sweet, spicy and smoky base; it has been discontinued. The top holds mint, Cuban rum absolute and key lime; the heart brings cactus juice, prickly pear and cinnamon. It opens fresh, green and fruity, warms up with cinnamon, then settles into a woody, powdery, smoky base of mahogany, Haitian vetiver and tobacco. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though few voters have rated it, so these figures are tentative. It is classed as masculine. Its profile is close to Nejma Edmundo Puro Intense and Cartier Must pour Homme.

Unforeseen Aer

7.2

Aēsop · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Aēsop Unforeseen Aer is a unisex fougère with a fresh, citrusy and green character, deepened by spice and wood. It opens with petitgrain, key lime and nutmeg, where the spice softens the sharpness of the citrus. In the heart, geranium, eucalyptus and Provençal lavender add a cool, herbal feel. Cypress, Indonesian patchouli and labdanum settle it onto a woody, lightly resinous base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close without crowding the room. Most voters pick leisure, daily wear and the office, while evening and night out play a smaller part.

Brindaban Prive

8.5

Dixit & Zak · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dixit & Zak Brindaban Prive is a unisex scent that sets a fresh citrus opening against a floral, spicy heart and a woody, resinous base of oud and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, orange, key lime, lavender and henna, so the citrus feels fresh and bright. In the heart, tuberose, spices and jasmine sambac absolute add a floral, sweet and creamy texture. The base of Mysore sandalwood, oud, tobacco, civet and amber leaves a warm, animalic, leathery trail. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good; nearly all voters find it long-lasting. The generous oud and spice push it towards cooler weather and evenings, and the profile suits anyone regardless of gender. Dixit & Zak Rising Cologne and Marrakech Imperial Esprit Nomade have a close profile.

Daisy Love Sunshine

7.6

Marc Jacobs · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Marc Jacobs Daisy Love Sunshine is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance suited to everyday wear and the workday; it has been discontinued. Voters pick it mostly for daytime, business and leisure, while nights out and sport come well behind. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it neither announces itself from far away nor fades quickly. It opens with key lime and bergamot. Citrus notes carry through the heart, and Kashmiri musk softens the base. A light floral, sweet and gourmand touch sits alongside the fresh citrus character. Outremer Bergamote and Berdoues 1902 - Pamplemousse have a close profile.

Edmundo Puro Intense

7.3

Nejma · 2010

Citrus · Sweet · Gourmand

Nejma Edmundo Puro Intense is a men's fragrance that opens with citrus and settles into a sweet, gourmand, smoky warmth; it has been discontinued. The opening pairs Cuban rum absolute with key lime and bitter orange for a bright citrus edge. In the heart, cocoa bean, Arabica coffee and cinnamon turn it gourmand and spicy. The base of burnt caramel, mahogany and tobacco rests the sweetness on a woody, smoky floor. Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate, though the sample is small. With its oriental, sweet build, it feels more at home in cooler weather. Nejma Edmundo Puro Sublime / Puro and Initio Side Effect have a close profile.

Rising Mysore 2

8.1

Dixit & Zak

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dixit & Zak Rising Mysore 2 is a unisex scent where jasmine sambac, lavender and citrus lead and settle into Indian sandalwood and vanilla; it has been discontinued. The top is led by jasmine sambac, lavender, orange and lemon, giving a fresh, citrusy, green opening. In the heart, ylang-ylang, Ceylonese cinnamon, star anise and tuberose add spice to a warm floral core. The base rests on Indian sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla absolute, leaving a sweet, woody, resinous finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters rate longevity high, though the vote count is small. Dixit & Zak Rising Mysore 3 and Perito Moreno Regal Silhouette have a close profile.

Sessile

8.5

Mellifluence Perfume

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Mellifluence Perfume Sessile is a green, woody and smoky unisex scent that opens on hyraceum and key lime and deepens into white oud, vetiver and mushroom absolute; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good, while sillage stays moderate, so it is noticed up close rather than across a room. It leans neither masculine nor feminine. The opening is carried by hyraceum and key lime. In the heart, white oud, vetiver, muhuhu and gurjum balsam build a woody frame. The base of mushroom absolute, Indian oud, Cambodian oud, oakmoss and labdanum gives an earthy, resinous, smoky floor, with sweet and spicy touches staying in the background.

Norwegian Wood (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

Kanøn · 2010

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Kanøn Norwegian Wood Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that sets the brightness of grapefruit and lemon against the soft warmth of sandalwood, cedarwood and vanilla. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. It suits anyone who wants a scent that stays close to the skin rather than announcing itself. It opens with grapefruit, key lime and lemon, with aniseed adding a spicy edge. The heart of lavender, frankincense and jasmine moves into a floral, slightly smoky stretch. The base of sandalwood, cedarwood and vanilla settles into a sweet, creamy, powdery woodiness, with Haitian vetiver giving it an earthy depth.

Tropical

8.0

Arquiste · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

Arquiste Tropical is a unisex scent built around frangipani, guava and jasmine sambac, pairing a fresh, fruity side with a floral heart. It opens with white frangipani, ginger, key lime and Mexican guava, juicy and bright with a green edge. In the heart, champaca absolute, jasmine sambac and guava blossom bring the floral side forward. The base of goiabada, mahogany, amber and Mexican vanilla absolute sweetens it and adds a soft, woody warmth. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted so far. The fresh-and-sweet balance suits warm weather and daytime wear. It reads equally well on men and women.

Nebulae Series - Carina / Nebula 2 (Eau de Parfum)

8.1

Avant-Garden Lab · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Avant-Garden Lab Nebulae Series - Carina / Nebula 2 Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that pairs the fresh citrus of yuzu, grapefruit and kaffir lime with the florals of jasmine, gardenia and elderflower. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It has been discontinued. It suits men and women alike. The scent reads as one fresh, citrusy whole, with floral and aquatic sides running alongside. Galbanum and violet leaf add a green tone, while cardamom and nutmeg bring light spice. Watermelon and blackcurrant lend a fruity sweetness, and white musk and Haitian vetiver set a woody base. Nebula 2 Eau de Toilette and Gritti Pomelo Assoluto have a close profile.

Nebula 2 (Eau de Toilette)

6.1

Avant-Garden Lab · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Avant-Garden Lab Nebula 2 Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent, lightened by floral and green touches; it has been discontinued. Yuzu, grapefruit and kaffir lime set a bright citrus base, while jasmine and gardenia add floral softness. Galbanum and violet leaf bring a green edge, cardamom a spicy shadow, and white musk keeps it smooth. The synthetic accord gives it a cool, airy feel. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though few have voted. It sits between masculine and feminine. Avant-Garden Lab Nebula 2 (Eau de Parfum) and Roja Parfums Elysium Eau Intense have a close profile.

Soleil Matin

7.1

Navitus Parfums · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Navitus Parfums Soleil Matin is a unisex scent that sets fresh, green citrus on a woody base, suiting women and men alike. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without filling a room. With few votes behind these ratings, they are only a rough guide. It opens with a bright citrus group of orange, Italian mandarin orange, grapefruit, key lime and Indian lemon. Toward the heart, lemon pepper, Madagascar pepper and jasmine add a light touch of spice and flower. The base leans on Indian sandalwood, Atlas cedar, ambroxan and musk, with sweet and synthetic accords softening the warmth. elef. Limone di Sole and Korres Mountain Pepper have a close profile.

Oud Rosa

7.4

Dixit & Zak · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Synthetic

Dixit & Zak Oud Rosa is a woody, spicy and smoky unisex scent that pairs rose with oud; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the small number of votes means this is only a rough picture. It makes itself noticed in company and sits comfortably on men and women alike. It opens with saffron, bergamot and honey, with orange and key lime carrying the citrus. In the heart, Turkish rose, Bulgarian rose, damask rose, henna and geranium build a floral core. In the base, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese and Indian oud join musk and Bengal sandalwood, leaving a resinous, earthy, leathery trail. Dixit & Zak Only Oud and Hindi Tabac have a close profile.

Aweigh

7.1

Navitus Parfums · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Navitus Parfums Aweigh is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening of coconut, grapefruit and bergamot with lavender and ginger. The top is led by coconut, Florida grapefruit, Calabrian bergamot, Key lime and Japanese yuzu, with pink pepper adding a light spice. The heart brings Kahili ginger, French lavender, geranium and nutmeg, softened by New Caledonian sandalwood and clary sage. The base settles into Venezuelan tonka bean, Somalian frankincense, Java vetiver and musk. Fresh, citrus and aquatic accords dominate, with floral and spicy tones in the background and a distinctly synthetic feel overall.

Siesta Drive

7.6

Navitus Parfums · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Navitus Parfums Siesta Drive is a fresh, sweet citrus fragrance with a creamy gourmand streak, written as a unisex scent. It opens with Italian mandarin orange, Florida grapefruit and Sicilian lemon, with ginger and pink pepper adding a slight bite to the brightness. In the heart, geranium and juniper berry bring a green freshness while mascarpone pulls the scent towards something soft and creamy. The base of vetiver, Bourbon vanilla and lemon grass keeps the citrus lively as the fragrance sweetens and its gourmand side comes forward. Creed Virgin Island Water and Riiffs Veloce have a close profile.

Ava Luxe

Green · Fruity · Spicy

Eau de Parfum

Alkemia · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Bō · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral