The Perfume Library

Zest

8.0

The Dua Brand · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

The Dua Brand Zest is a fresh, spicy fragrance for men that sets the brightness of tangerine, blood orange and mint against the warmth of cinnamon and ginger. Citrus leads: tangerine and blood orange give a fruity freshness, and mint cools it down. Cinnamon, ginger and black pepper add spicy warmth, while coffee, vanilla and tonka bean pull the scent towards a sweet, creamy base, with patchouli adding an earthy depth. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions that come up most. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, and it reads masculine yet modern. Mugler A*Men Ultra Zest and Rabanne Ultrared Man have a close profile.

Original / Legendary Harley-Davidson (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Harley-Davidson · 1994

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Harley-Davidson Original / Legendary Harley-Davidson Eau de Toilette is a discontinued men's fragrance that leans towards spring and fall, with a fresh, woody character suited to relaxed everyday wear. Mint and bergamot open cool and citrusy. In the heart, cypress and cedarwood add a green, dry woodiness. The base of sandalwood and patchouli settles into something earthy, slightly smoky and resinous, with leathery and spicy touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and leisure and daily wear come first, with office use also possible. It reads as a masculine scent.

Cabiria

8.0

Tiziana Terenzi · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Tiziana Terenzi Cabiria is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green, fruity start with a floral, creamy sweetness. Longevity is strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It suits leisure, evenings and nights out, and works for daytime and the office too. Voters read it as more feminine. It opens cool with mint, grass, green apple, Italian pear and Sicilian melon. Bulgarian rose absolute, jasmine sambac and heliotrope bring a soft floral heart. Musk, Haitian vanilla, Tuscan birch and Lebanon cedar settle into a creamy, sweet base.

Flowing Man (Eau de Toilette)

6.1

Puma · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Puma Flowing Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy and green men's scent that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, pink grapefruit and mint, with pepperoni adding a light spice. In the heart, green leaves, cedar and basil push it in a green, woody direction. Musk and patchouli soften the base. There are aquatic and floral touches, while a fruity, synthetic side stays in the background. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it leaves a light, close trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure, sport and daily wear. It reads masculine and modern. Hugo Boss Hugo XY (Eau de Toilette) and Issey Miyake L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Eau Fraîche have a close profile.

Mint Man (Eau de Toilette)

5.3

Toni Gard · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Toni Gard Mint Man Eau de Toilette is a fresh, masculine scent that leans towards spring and summer, and towards daily and leisure wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits those who want something light rather than a strong trail. Most voters pick summer and spring, with daily wear and business settings coming up often. More voters call it masculine than anything else, though many also find it modern. It opens with mint and mandarin orange for a fresh, citrusy, aquatic start. In the heart, lily of the valley and white peach add a green, fruity sweetness, and spicy and oriental notes in the base soften it towards a woody warmth. Its profile is close to Davidoff Cool Water Coral Reef Edition and Giorgio Armani Armani Code Sport.

Big Pony Collection - 3

4.7

Ralph Lauren · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Hard Candy (2022)

7.9

Aaron Terence Hughes · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Aaron Terence Hughes Hard Candy is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that sets citrus and lavender against strawberry, honey and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, so it stays on the skin for a long time and carries well around the wearer. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards night-out and evening wear. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon, orange and mint, a fresh citrus lift that lavender softens. In the heart, tonka bean, strawberry, vanilla and honey turn it creamy and sweet, with nutmeg adding a spicy edge. The base of oud, patchouli and sandalwood leaves a woody, slightly powdery floor.

Tharwah Silver

7.6

Lattafa Pride · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Lattafa Pride Tharwah Silver is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that pairs bergamot and mint with lavender. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business lead the occasions, with night and evening far behind. For character, masculine leads, followed by modern and classic. Bergamot and mint open it bright, with lavender and clary sage in the heart. Cedarwood, musk and vetiver ground it in a woody base. Aquatic and floral touches keep it airy, with a soft fruity, sweet edge. Its profile is close to La Rive Free Motion Blue and Lattafa Pride Art of Universe.

Camouflage

5.9

Police · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Green

Police Camouflage is a men's fragrance that pairs the freshness of cardamom, mint and lemon with cinnamon and nutmeg, finishing sweet and green. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with fewer choosing winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear and also fits the office. Most voters read it as masculine and modern. It opens fresh and fruity with cardamom, mint, lemon and red apple. The heart of rhubarb, Provençal lavender and violet adds a floral, green touch, while cinnamon and nutmeg bring spice. In the base, vanilla, tonka bean and amber sweeten it, and vetiver leaves a dry trace.

Combava-Cédrat

8.0

Affinessence · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Affinessence Combava-Cédrat is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent with a green, spicy edge, and it sits closest to daytime wear. Calabrian citron and Indonesian kaffir lime carry the citrus, while mint adds a cool green note. Cardamom brings a light spice, and woods gather it all on a dry, woody base. The overall feel is fresh and green, slightly creamy, with a somewhat synthetic edge. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Masculine and modern are the most common character votes. Le Labo Cedrat 37 has a close profile.

Rose Rebelle Respawn

6.8

What We Do Is Secret · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Green

What We Do Is Secret Rose Rebelle Respawn is a fresh, green floral that sets rose against mint and ivy and settles into a sweet, cocoa-tinged warmth; it is made for women and has been discontinued. It opens cool, with ivy and mint. The heart is carnation and rose, spicy and powdery, and the base of frankincense, musk and cocoa sweetens and softens it. The fresh, slightly synthetic character runs through to the end. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick autumn and spring, with leisure and evening wear leading. Most call it feminine. Elizabeth Taylor Gardenia and Divine L'Infante have a close profile.

Shanthi

8.4

Śasva · 2024

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Śasva Shanthi is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, aquatic character with fruity sweetness, with green and spicy touches. It opens with cardamom, mint and pink pepper, then marine notes, mango and pineapple bring a fresh, juicy fruit feel to the heart. The base of amberwood, labdanum and patchouli leaves a woody, resinous warmth. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn not far behind, and it is chosen most for leisure, nights out and evenings. Votes for masculine and feminine character run close, so it sits between the two. Armaf Odyssey Homme White Edition and Police Icon have a close profile.

Sunday Mood

7.6

El Ganso · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

El Ganso Sunday Mood is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a green, lightly floral and aquatic feel, suited to spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with sport and office also possible. It reads mostly masculine and modern. It opens with lemon, pear, bergamot and black pepper, bright and slightly spicy. In the heart, mint, geranium and wild flowers keep it green and airy. Bourbon vetiver and cedar leave a calm, woody base. Kenzo Kenzo Homme Sport and Givenchy Play Sport have a close profile.

Vertigo 236

7.0

Maison Noir · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Maison Noir Vertigo 236 is a fresh, green unisex scent that opens on mint, lemon and saffron. The coolness of mint and lemon meets the spicy touch of saffron. In the heart, ambrox and clary sage soften that freshness, while vetiver, patchouli and musk settle it onto a woody base. The overall impression is citrusy, green and clean. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Votes lean masculine, though some call it feminine. Roger & Gallet Cédrat and Pomellato 67 Artemisia have a close profile.

Zara Men — Cities Collection: 01 London Saville Row Mayfair

7.5

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Men — Cities Collection: 01 London Saville Row Mayfair is a fresh, citrusy men's scent with green and floral touches, suited to daily wear in spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter trailing behind. Daily wear and the office lead, followed by leisure. It reads masculine, with a modern side as well. The scent works as a whole: mint brings coolness, iris adds a soft floral note, and sandalwood sets a woody base. Green and fruity tones blend with sweetness, and a synthetic sheen runs through it. Zara Zara Man and Abaco Bless have a close profile.

Muscat Jasmine Tea

7.8

Strangers Parfumerie · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Strangers Parfumerie Muscat Jasmine Tea is a fresh, fruity unisex scent built around jasmine tea and muscat grape. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is used mostly for leisure and daily wear. Votes lean feminine and modern, though the balance suits both men and women. The scent runs along a fresh, citrusy and floral line. Mandarin orange and lemon zest bring brightness, while jasmine tea, black tea and muscat grape soften it with a green, lightly sweet fruit character. Mint and nashi pear keep it lively.

Najdia Intense / نجدية

7.9

Lattafa · 2024

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Lattafa Najdia Intense / نجدية is a fresh, aquatic and green men's scent with a sweet, fruity edge. It opens with mint, pineapple, apple and ginger, a bright and fruity start. In the heart, geranium, marine notes and lavender bring out the aquatic side. The base of patchouli, musk, tonka bean and sandalwood settles into a woody, lightly sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and about half of voters find the longevity high. Voters lean towards daily and leisure wear, with sport and nights out also named. Its value for money is rated highly.

Ironstone

6.8

La Rive

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

La Rive Ironstone is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer, suited to daily wear, work and sport. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn and winter well behind. Daytime, sport and business settings lead, while evening and night out get fewer votes. It opens with grapefruit, lemon, mint and pink pepper. Nutmeg, ginger and jasmine add a spicy warmth at the heart. As it dries, vetiver, sandalwood and cedar form a woody base, softened by patchouli and white musk. An aquatic, fruity edge keeps it fresh. Ahmed Al Maghribi Blue and Armaf Club de Nuit Iconic have a close profile.

Royal Blend Bourbon

7.4

French Avenue · 2025

Green · Sweet · Synthetic

French Avenue Royal Blend Bourbon is a sweet, smoky unisex fragrance built around Madagascan cinnamon, bourbon whiskey and oak wood. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Voters mostly read it as masculine, though it is presented as unisex. It opens with cinnamon, mint and basil, a spicy, green start, with bark giving it a dry footing. In the heart, French lavender and bourbon whiskey bring a gourmand turn. The base of El Salvadorian peru balsam and two oak woods leaves a resinous, woody, smoky finish.

Aromatic Greens

7.3

David Beckham · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

David Beckham Aromatic Greens is a fresh, green, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer and relaxed everyday wear. It opens with absinth, mint and lemon, a cool, sharp greenness. In the heart, violet leaf, iris and apple make it fruity with a faintly powdery edge. Patchouli, cedarwood and amber build a woody, spicy base underneath. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office leading and evening far behind. Voters mostly read it as masculine. Xerjoff Renaissance and Yves Rocher Comme une Evidence Homme Green have a close profile.

Gingerlise

7.2

J.U.S - Joyau Unique & Sensoriel · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

J.U.S - Joyau Unique & Sensoriel Gingerlise is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex scent in which ginger's spice is softened by a fruity lightness. Madagascan ginger, Calabrian lemon and lemon grass lead, while fig and mint add a green, fruity coolness. Pink pepper brings a light touch of spice, and musk and Haitian vetiver form a calm base underneath. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, work and daily wear. Votes for feminine and masculine are almost equal, so it reads genuinely unisex. Strangers Parfumerie Lights upon Orange Tree and L'Orchestre Parfum Electro Limonade have a close profile.

Cédrat

6.1

Roger & Gallet · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Roger & Gallet Cédrat is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent built around grapefruit, mint and cedar. It opens with the coolness of grapefruit and mint, while cedar sets a woody ground from the first moment. In the heart, basil and cardamom add a green, lightly spicy note. The base of musk, white amber and vetiver, together with cedar, finishes it soft and woody. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and keeps quiet. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office lead the occasions. Feminine and masculine votes sit close together, so it reads as truly unisex. Davidoff Adventure Eau Fraîche and Molinard Bambou have a close profile.

Mauboussin pour Lui In Black

7.8

Mauboussin · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Mauboussin pour Lui In Black is a men's fragrance with a sweet, gourmand character, lifted by fresh and woody touches, and it leans towards evenings and the colder months. It opens with salted caramel, mint and Italian mandarin orange, the mint and citrus keeping the caramel from turning heavy. In the heart, black violet, French sage and Virginia cedar bring floral and spicy shades together with wood. The base of Indonesian patchouli, benzoin and Paraguayan gaiac wood settles into a powdery, creamy, resinous warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening is the most common occasion, though office and daily wear get votes too. It reads masculine and modern. Giorgio Armani Sensi and Memo Paris Quartier Latin have a close profile.

Armani Code Sport Athlete

7.3

Giorgio Armani · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Giorgio Armani Armani Code Sport Athlete is a fresh, citrusy men's scent built on mandarin orange, lemon and ginger, suited to sport and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. The top notes are mandarin orange, lemon and ginger, so citrus and spice lead. Mint in the heart keeps things cool and pushes the scent in an aquatic, green direction. The base of amber, vetiver and woods gives it a woody footing, and a fruity touch adds slight sweetness. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and sport, daily wear and leisure come up most often, with business not far behind. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters read it as masculine. Giorgio Armani Armani Code Sport (Eau de Toilette) and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Yuzu have a close profile.