The Perfume Library

Nature - Bois de Cèdre et Citron Vert

6.8

Yves Rocher · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Yves Rocher Nature - Bois de Cèdre et Citron Vert is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen for daily wear, leisure, work and sport, less often for evenings. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin as a light scent. Masculine gets the most votes for its character, though some voters find it feminine. Mint, cedar and lime make up the notes, which read as one whole. A fresh, citrusy and green feel comes first, balanced by a spicy, woody touch. The sharpness of the lime meets the coolness of the mint, while cedar sketches a dry frame in the background.

Classic (Eau de Toilette)

6.2

SEINZ.

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

SEINZ. Classic Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, pairing mint and lemon with a woody base of cedarwood, lavender and sandalwood. It opens with mint and lemon, carrying an aquatic, green freshness. Cedarwood and lavender lead the heart, with a spicy, woody accord keeping the freshness in check. Sandalwood and musk soften the base, and a synthetic feel runs through it. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen settings. It reads masculine and modern. Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) and Otto Kern Signature Supreme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Din Dan

6.9

Lostmarc'h

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lostmarc'h Din Dan is a fresh, green unisex scent that opens on vervain, mint and lemon and softens them with peach and peony. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin, which may suit anyone after something light. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily and office wear lead the occasions. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it sits comfortably on either side. The top notes are vervain, mint, lemon and orange, with the citrus and green accords leading. In the heart, peach and peony add a fruity, floral sweetness while the spicy accord stays in the background. The base of musk, woody notes and moss dries down calm, with a faintly earthy ground. Maison Matine Nature Insolente and Molinard Thé Basilic have a close profile.

Nilufer

8.5

Nilafar du Nil · 2021

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Nilafar du Nil Nilufer is a unisex fragrance that links a fresh opening of lemon and bergamot to the sweet, spicy warmth of cinnamon, tonka bean and vanilla. The top holds lemon, bergamot, mint and artemisia; the heart brings cinnamon, heliotrope, French lavender and geranium. In the base, myrrh, tonka bean, hazelnut, almond and vanilla come forward, with cedarwood and musk adding a woody, creamy footing. The overall impression is sweet, gourmand and spicy, with a powdery, fougère edge behind it. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, with summer a minority choice. It leans towards evenings and nights out, yet also finds a place in daily and business wear. Most voters read it as masculine, though it works as unisex. Afnan Perfumes Sahara and Xerjoff Naxos have a close profile.

7.1 Grand Siècle Intense (2014)

7.7

Pierre Guillaume · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Pierre Guillaume 7.1 Grand Siècle Intense pairs a fresh opening of lemon leaf, bergamot and bitter orange with a vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss base, making it a unisex chypre that has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Votes split between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't lean firmly to one side. It opens with lemon leaf and citrus, green and fresh. In the heart, cypress absolute, mint, hay and tobacco add a spicy, slightly dry edge. In the base, honey sweetens it, while vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss carry the woody, resinous chypre character. Detaille Aéroplane and Goutal Eau de Monsieur have a close profile.

The Woods Green Ivy

7.3

Brooklyn Soap Company · 2021

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Brooklyn Soap Company The Woods Green Ivy is a unisex fragrance that sets a fresh, green character against a spicy, woody base, and it suits relaxed days in spring and autumn best. It opens with the cool bite of galbanum, green apple, coriander and mint. In the heart, clove, nutmeg and red pepper bring spice, while violet and magnolia soften it with a gentle floral touch. The base settles into a woody, earthy footing of cedarwood, sandalwood and leather, warmed by amber, patchouli and musk. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, then summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most common settings. Voters lean towards a masculine reading, though it is classed as unisex. Maya Njie Nordic Cedar and Karakash Silver Breath have a close profile.

Study #17

7.2

Miller et Bertaux · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Un Air de Samsara

8.1

Guerlain · 1995

Fresh · Floral · Green

Guerlain Un Air de Samsara is a fresh, green floral for women built on jasmine, narcissus, bergamot and mint; it has been discontinued. Jasmine and narcissus form the floral core, while bergamot and mint add a cool, green freshness. A fruity touch brightens it, and a woody, lightly spicy, powdery warmth stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters suggest spring, fall and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most chosen occasions. Nearly half of voters call it feminine.

Le Provocateur

7.0

L'Ateliero · 2021

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

L'Ateliero Le Provocateur is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance in which mint, cinnamon and spices meet amber and leather. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn, followed by spring and winter, with summer well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also suits daily wear. Half of the voters call it masculine, and some describe it as modern. Grapefruit and mandarin orange give it a fresh, fruity lift, and mint carries that freshness along. Cinnamon and spices add a warm bite over the sweetness, while amber, tonka bean and musk settle it on a creamy base. Leather and rose bring a smoky, woody edge. Basile Basile Uomo Intense and Swiss Arabian Fawaz have a close profile.

Vetiver

7.6

Lorenzo Villoresi · 1994

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Lorenzo Villoresi Vetiver is a green, earthy men's fragrance that suits fall and winter days; it has been discontinued. It opens fresh with bergamot, bitter orange, mint and lavender, while galbanum adds a green edge. In the heart, sage, nutmeg and cumin bring spice. The base settles on vetiver, sandalwood and patchouli, giving a woody, smoky, resinous footing. Most voters pick fall, then winter; leisure and daytime wear lead, though evening and office use also get votes. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. About half of voters call it masculine, and it reads as classic. Lorenzo Villoresi Vintage Collection - Vetiver has a close profile.

Esprit du Roi

6.8

Penhaligon's · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Penhaligon's Esprit du Roi opens with mandarin orange, cardamom and bergamot in a fresh, green citrus start and settles on a woody base; made for men, it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions it gets the most votes for. Masculine leads the character votes, with classic and modern trailing behind. The top is bright with mandarin orange, cardamom, bergamot and mint. In the heart, clove, jasmine and geranium bring a floral, spicy note. The base rests on vetiver, sandalwood and patchouli, while raspberry adds a soft fruity touch. Joop! What About Adam and Hermès Eau de Cologne have a close profile.

Karl Hamburg Alster

6.8

Karl Lagerfeld · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Karl Lagerfeld Karl Hamburg Alster is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men that pairs aquatic and green tones, and it suits spring and summer days. It opens with aquatic notes, mint and mandarin orange for a cool start. Lavender, sage and freesia in the heart add a green, lightly spicy touch. Blond woods, musk and moss soften the base, while sweet and woody shades stay in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office. It reads mostly masculine and modern. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Mâle and Parfums de Marly Percival share a close profile.

Scent Stories Vol.2/Ch.05 - Coda (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

MiN New York · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

MiN New York Scent Stories Vol.2/Ch.05 - Coda Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green opening over a spicy, woody and resinous base. Mint, cypress and eucalyptus open cool and green. In the heart, cedarwood, Ceylon tea, nutmeg and cinnamon turn it spicy and woody. The base of cistus absolute, amberwood and patchouli leaves a resinous, slightly leathery warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it is chosen for evenings, nights out and leisure. Votes for masculine and feminine are almost level, so it sits between the two. Jovoy Ha Long Bay and Gucci The Last Day of Summer have a close profile.

Forever Sailing (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Moschino · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Moschino Forever Sailing Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits summer and spring days. Lemon, mint and grapefruit open with a lively coolness; in the heart, lavender, blue sky accord and juniper pull it towards an aquatic, green feel. Woods, patchouli and musk settle underneath, and the fruity, sweet touches soften against the woody base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, sport and leisure, though it also works at the office. It reads masculine and modern. Rabanne Invictus Platinum and Armaf Odyssey Aqua have a close profile.

Lanvin for Men (Eau de Toilette)

8.7

Lanvin · 1979

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Lanvin for Men Eau de Toilette is a chypre for men that opens with bright bergamot, mandarin and lemon, moves through lavender, sage and spice, and rests on sandalwood and musk; it has been discontinued. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good. Spring, fall and summer lead while winter trails; leisure, daily wear and business sit alongside evening and night out. Masculine and classic are the characters most voters pick. It opens with citrus brightened by neroli. The heart of lavender, sage, mint, cardamom and pepper adds a green, spicy, cooling edge, with carnation giving a floral touch. Sandalwood and musk settle the base into a woody, leathery calm. Acqua di Genova 1853 Men and Dior Cologne Royale have a close profile.

Malibu

4.8

Playboy · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Playboy Malibu is a light men's fragrance with a fresh, citrusy and aquatic character; it has been discontinued. It opens bright and fruity with lemon, apple, lemon vervain, mint and neroli. In the heart, jasmine, iris, coriander and cedarwood add a floral, slightly spicy side. The base of musk, sandalwood, tonka bean and cashmere wood softens it and adds a little sweetness, with a green, synthetic edge running through. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and wears quietly. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. It reads masculine and modern. Nautica Nautica (Cologne) and Joop! Nightflight (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Bleu de Dua Attar

8.0

The Dua Brand · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

The Dua Brand Bleu de Dua Attar is a fougère classed as masculine, where mint, lemon zest and bergamot give a fresh start and sandalwood and cedarwood hold it steady. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage strong. Business, daily wear and leisure are the most suggested settings, with night out and sport not far behind. No season votes are available. As a whole it reads fresh, citrusy and aquatic. Green notes and lavender add to the freshness, while pineapple brings a light fruity touch. Geranium and artemisia add a spicy, herbal edge, and amberwood, tonka bean and ISO-E-Super lay down a soft, woody base.

Blue Sage

6.5

Korres · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Korres Blue Sage is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, suited to daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn well behind. Daytime, leisure and business come first, and sport is mentioned too. Most voters read its character as masculine and modern. It opens fresh and aquatic with grapefruit, lime, mint and lemon. The heart adds a spicy, green touch through nutmeg, sage, fir balsam and geranium. In the base, vetiver, patchouli and amber settle it onto a woody footing. Benetton Aim High and Kenzo Kenzo Homme Sport have a close profile.

Liberté Acidulée / Liberty Fizz

7.4

Nina Ricci · 1996

Fresh · Floral · Green

Nina Ricci Liberté Acidulée / Liberty Fizz is a fresh, floral and green women's fragrance that opens on blueberry, apricot and peach; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin while still making itself known. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear and leisure time. It reads mostly feminine, with modern in second place. It shares a close profile with Der Duft Canvas and Molinard Thé Basilic. The top notes of blueberry, apricot, peach, mint and basil give a fresh, fruity and lightly spicy start. Towards the heart, cyclamen, freesia and magnolia add a soft floral note. In the base, raspberry sweetens the scent, while musk and oakmoss settle it onto an earthy, green ground.

Odyssey Aqua

8.0

Armaf · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Armaf Odyssey Aqua is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic men's fragrance that opens with grapefruit, orange and artemisia over a lavender and mint heart; it has been discontinued. Voters find its longevity and sillage good and rate its value for money highly. Daily wear, sport and leisure are the most chosen settings, with some voting for the office as well. It reads masculine and is picked less often for evenings and nights out. It opens with the sharp citrus of grapefruit and orange, turned green by artemisia. Lavender and mint keep the heart cool, while ambroxan, patchouli and cypress settle it onto a lightly woody base. The overall impression is fresh, watery and slightly sweet, with a synthetic sheen.

Ibisco Nirvana

7.9

Paris Corner · 2024

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Seducteur

7.2

M. Micallef · 2009

Fresh · Green · Spicy

M. Micallef Seducteur is a green, spicy men's fragrance that suits autumn and winter days best. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. Leisure, a night out, evenings and business all draw similar shares. Voters mostly find it masculine and classic. Its profile is close to Schlossparfumerie Wolff & Sohn Stuttgart Geoffrey and Basile Basile Uomo. The top notes of mugwort, bergamot, mint and rosemary open cool and herbal. In the heart, patchouli, nutmeg, thyme and cinnamon add a spicy, earthy warmth. The base of pine tree cone, leather and oakmoss dries down woody and leathery, in a fougère manner.

Noki

6.9

Pineward · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Cycle (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Otto Kern · 1991

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Otto Kern Cycle Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green and citrusy men's fragrance that has been discontinued. Mint and citrus fruits bring the coolness, while green notes sharpen it. Blackcurrant adds a light fruity softness, and woody notes round the mix off from behind. A spicy touch also runs through the accords. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most chosen settings. Voters mostly call its character masculine. Hermès Eau d'Orange Verte and Joop! What About Adam have a close profile.