The Perfume Library

A*Men Pure Shot / Pure Energy

7.3

Mugler · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Mugler A*Men Pure Shot / Pure Energy is a fresh, citrusy and green fragrance for men that suits spring and summer days and relaxed daily wear. It has been discontinued. It opens with the coolness of mint and juniper berry. In the heart, cardamom and white pepper add a spicy edge, while patchouli and sequoia lay a woody base. Aquatic and fruity touches mix with sweetness and give the scent a synthetic, energetic feel. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office are the most common settings. It reads masculine and modern. The Dua Brand Shot of Purity and Proraso Azur Lime have a close profile.

Luxury Passion

7.5

Birkholz

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Birkholz Luxury Passion is a unisex fragrance that opens with aquatic notes, mandarin orange and orange blossom, then settles onto a woody base of sandalwood, patchouli and amber. The top is fresh and citrusy, with a fruity, aquatic lift. In the heart, aniseed, geranium and mint add a cool, spicy edge. Sandalwood, patchouli and amber then ground it in a woody, slightly powdery base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is a unisex scent. Adidas Ice Dive and Mexx Black Man have a close profile.

Le Beau Mâle

6.0

Jean Paul Gaultier · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Mâle is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often, while few choose it for nights out. Most voters call it masculine, and some find it modern. It opens with mint and absinth, cool and green. Sage, lavender and orange blossom add a floral softness in the heart, and musk remains at the base. The overall feel is aquatic and spicy, with a little sweetness. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Mâle Summer Fragrance 2014 and MAD Parfumeur Divine Tough have a close profile.

Fleur de Délice / Guimauve / Mi Fa

7.4

Réminiscence · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Réminiscence Fleur de Délice / Guimauve / Mi Fa is a feminine scent that lays a gourmand sweetness over a floral and fruity frame. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. Most read it as feminine, while some call it modern. It opens with bergamot, mint and rosemary, then turns floral at the heart with neroli, jasmine and petitgrain. The base of tonka bean, vanilla and white musk settles into a powdery, creamy, sweet finish.

Green Cactus

7.7

Phil Julian · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Phil Julian Green Cactus is a fresh, citrusy and green unisex scent, suited to easygoing days in spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Votes for masculine, modern and feminine sit close together, so it doesn't lean firmly to one side. It opens with yuzu, bergamot and lime for a bright citrus lift, with prickly pear adding a fruity softness. In the heart, aloe vera, green tea and cactus carry the green side, while mint, cardamom and pink pepper add a light spice. The base of amber, patchouli and cedarwood settles into a sweet, creamy finish.

DesirToxic L'Intense

8.1

M. Micallef · 2024

Fresh · Green · Fruity

M. Micallef DesirToxic L'Intense is a fresh, green and spicy unisex fougère, softened by a sweet fruity touch, that suits evenings and the cooler seasons. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring and fall, with winter close behind. It leans towards night-out and evening wear, and also finds a place for leisure and daily use. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is classed as unisex. The top is lemon, bergamot, saffron and cardamom, bright and spicy at first. In the heart, mint, cinnamon and blackcurrant bring a sweet, fruity edge. The base of patchouli, amber and moss settles into a woody, green ground. M. Micallef DesirToxic and Frapin L'Humaniste Extrême have a close profile.

Unutamam

7.2

Nishane · 2019

Green · Spicy · Woody

Nishane Unutamam is a green, spicy and woody unisex scent that suits cooler seasons and evenings out. Most voters pick winter and fall; evening, leisure and night out lead the occasions. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong. Most voters read it as masculine, with a clear classic side as well. The top notes of mint, lavender and rosemary give a fresh, herbal opening. In the heart, carnation, patchouli and jasmine add a spicy warmth. In the base, caramel, oakmoss and castoreum pull the scent towards animal, smoky, leathery and earthy territory. Caron Yatagan and Memo Paris Iberian Leather have a close profile.

Waterlily Tea Dress (Eau de Parfum) / N°02 Waterlily Tea Dress

7.6

Zara · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Zara Waterlily Tea Dress / N°02 Waterlily Tea Dress Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy and green floral built on neroli and bergamot, with a light aquatic feel aimed at women. It lasts and projects at a moderate level. Most voters suggest summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It reads feminine, though a fair number of voters also call it modern. It opens with neroli and bergamot, a bright citrus note. In the heart, mint, sage and basil add a cool, herbal green edge. Ambroxan and musk soften the base into a clean, simple trail. Aquatic and synthetic tones shape the overall impression. Akro Breathe and Zara Popeline Blanche have a close profile.

New West for Him (Skinscent)

7.5

Aramis · 1988

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Aramis New West for Him (Skinscent) is a fresh men's fragrance with strong aquatic and green sides, suited to leisure and everyday wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind. It leans towards leisure, daytime and office wear, and nearly half of voters read it as masculine. It opens with bergamot, mint, lavender and marine notes for a bright start. In the heart, watermelon sits alongside pine and juniper berry, adding a green, lightly fruity touch. The base settles on cedar, patchouli, leather and oakmoss, giving a woody, leathery footing. Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) and Yves Saint Laurent Jazz Prestige have a close profile.

La Vaniglia

7.0

Bois 1920 · 2010

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Bois 1920 La Vaniglia is a sweet, gourmand vanilla scent that suits autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it is worn mostly for evenings and nights out. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good; most voters read it as feminine. It opens with mint, mandarin orange, bergamot and pepper, fresh and spicy. Patchouli, ginger and frankincense form a woody, faintly smoky heart. Vanilla leads the base, and the scent settles into a sweet, powdery warmth.

Kologne Shield of Protection

7.8

Kilian · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Kilian Kologne Shield of Protection is a unisex scent built around bitter orange, mint and green mandarin orange, with a fresh, citrusy and green character. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and name leisure, daily wear and the office as the occasions it suits. On character, the masculine reading leads, though a fair number of voters find it feminine. The top opens bright with bitter orange, mint and green mandarin orange. Neroli and rosemary give the heart a soft, leafy turn. In the base, cedarwood, plant juice and cashmeran dry it down on a woody footing. Verites Santorini Sunset and Davidoff Cool Water (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Invictus Platinum

7.2

Rabanne · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Rabanne Invictus Platinum is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with an aquatic, green and lightly sweet character that suits spring and summer days. The notes read as a single whole: grapefruit and mint carry the freshness, lavender and cypress add a green frame, while absinth and patchouli sharpen and deepen it a little. Among the accords, the fruity and sweet side is balanced by a spicy touch, and a synthetic, clean feel runs alongside. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, with little pull towards winter. Voters read its character as masculine and modern. Armaf Odyssey Aqua and Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Mâle have a close profile.

Bois de Vétiver

7.2

Karl Lagerfeld · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Karl Lagerfeld Bois de Vétiver is a fresh, citrusy men's scent whose green, woody side deepens with vetiver, and it sits close to everyday wear. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business settings come up most. It reads masculine to most voters, with modern and classic sides too. It opens cool and tart with mint and blood orange. In the heart, geranium and ambrox add a floral, slightly synthetic softness. The base of patchouli and vetiver lays down a woody, green foundation, while fruity and sweet touches are balanced by spice. Hugo Boss Boss Orange Made for Summer and Lacoste Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 pour Lui Magnetic have a close profile.

Thé Basilic

7.7

Molinard · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Molinard Thé Basilic is a fresh, green unisex scent that leans towards spring and summer days. It opens with bergamot, mint and basil, a citrusy, cooling start. In the heart, blackcurrant adds a fruity sweetness, while jasmine and tea keep it floral and green. Musk and vervain soften the base. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is chosen more often for leisure, daily wear and the office. Votes for masculine and feminine are equal, so it sits comfortably on either. Xerjoff Torino21 and Esteban Tourbillon de Thé have a close profile.

Absinthe Boréale

7.1

Maison Crivelli · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Maison Crivelli Absinthe Boréale is a cool, green-leaning unisex fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Mint and eucalyptus give it a crisp lift, while lemon and juniper berry turn it citrusy and lightly spicy. Mugwort deepens the green side, and lavender and musk soften everything onto a creamy base. The fresh accord leads, with a slightly synthetic coolness alongside. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter far behind, and leisure, daytime and office wear lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine character sit close together. SEINZ. Classic and SweDoft Tre Kronor have a close profile.

Vetiver Veritas

7.5

Heeley · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Heeley Vetiver Veritas is a green, earthy unisex fragrance that pairs the coolness of mint and lavender with Haitian vetiver and grapefruit. It opens with mint and lavender, fresh and lightly spicy. Haitian vetiver takes over in the heart, with its woody, earthy and smoky side forming the backbone of the scent. Grapefruit carries the citrus freshness into the base, so a green brightness stays present throughout. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it wears comfortably in summer too. It is chosen most for leisure, daily wear and the office. Though unisex, most voters read it as masculine.

9am Dive

7.4

Afnan Perfumes · 2022

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Afnan Perfumes 9am Dive is a unisex scent that builds a fresh opening of lemon, pink pepper and mint over apple and cedar; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate to good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily and leisure wear lead, with sport and business close behind. More voters read it as masculine, though it stays unisex. Armaf Tag-Him (Eau de Toilette) and La Rive Ironstone have a close profile. Lemon, mint, blackcurrant and pink pepper come first, and the aquatic and citrus accords give a fresh, green impression. In the heart, apple adds fruity sweetness while cedar and frankincense bring a woody depth. Sandalwood, patchouli, ginger and jasmine form the base.

Lanvin L'Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Lanvin · 1997

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Lanvin L'Homme Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, softened by floral and spicy touches and resting on a powdery, woody base. It opens with mandarin orange, bergamot and lavender, while neroli and orange blossom add a gentle floral note to the citrus. In the heart, sage, mint, cardamom and pepper bring a spicy, cooling edge. The base of sandalwood, musk, amber and vanilla settles into a woody, powdery finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads masculine yet modern. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Mâle (Eau de Toilette) and Lanvin for Men (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

L'Anarchiste (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Caron · 2000

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Caron L'Anarchiste Eau de Toilette opens with mint and orange blossom and moves into vetiver, sandalwood and gaiac wood, a fresh, woody scent aimed at men; it has been discontinued. Mint and orange blossom come first, and the accords lean fresh, citrus and green, with a fruity, sweet softness alongside. In the heart, Bourbon vetiver and Indian sandalwood give the scent a woody body, and musk with gaiac wood dries it down on a spicy, woody base. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it is worn for leisure and daily use as well as business. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Half of voters call it masculine, and a good number find it classic. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Mâle and Halston Halston Man (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Ice Dive (Eau de Toilette)

5.5

Adidas · 2001

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Adidas Ice Dive Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits summer and spring, whether for sport or easy daily wear; it has been discontinued. It opens with the coolness of kiwi, mint, yuzu and grapefruit, softened by mandarin orange and bergamot. The heart of patchouli, sandalwood and geranium sets a woody ground, while vanilla, tonka bean and amber sweeten the base. The overall impression is aquatic, fruity and lightly spicy. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and sport, leisure and daily wear lead the occasions. It reads masculine and modern. Its profile is close to Versace Blue Jeans and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme Cologne Bleue.

Déjà Le Printemps (2012)

7.5

Oriza L. Legrand · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Green

Oriza L. Legrand Déjà Le Printemps opens with mint, chamomile and orange blossom and reads as a fresh, green, floral scent that suits spring and summer days. The opening is cool, with mint, chamomile and orange blossom. In the heart, galbanum, grass and clover bring the green, softened by lily of the valley and fig leaf. The base of cedar, vetiver and moss is woody and earthy, and musk smooths it out. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with leisure, daily wear and the office leading the occasions. It is classed as a women's fragrance, though voters are split between feminine and masculine. Phaedon Lentisque / Spanish Bush and Pineward Boreal have a close profile.

Batucada

6.9

L'Artisan Parfumeur · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Artisan Parfumeur Batucada is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic scent that leans towards summer and spring and suits relaxed, everyday wear. Batucada has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer, then spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. It is unisex, with votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine. It opens with lime, cachaça and mint, then moves into a floral heart of tiaré and ylang-ylang. The base holds sea salt and a sensual skin accord. The overall impression is green-tinged, lightly fruity and sweet, with a spicy undertone. Carthusia Capri Forget Me Not (Eau de Parfum) and Kenzo L'Eau par Kenzo pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Roadster (Eau de Toilette)

7.1

Cartier · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Cartier Roadster Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days and daily or office wear; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily, leisure and business wear lead the occasions. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine, with some calling it modern and others classic. As a whole it smells fresh, citrusy and green. Bergamot and mint carry the freshness, while patchouli, vetiver and cashmere wood build a woody base. Labdanum and vanilla soften it slightly, and the spicy accord keeps its fougère feel.

Monsieur Balmain (1990)

7.8

Balmain · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Balmain Monsieur Balmain is a men's fragrance that carries the freshness of lemon, bergamot and mint into a spicy heart of rosemary and ginger; it has been discontinued. It has moderate longevity and moderate sillage. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named settings. Half of voters find it masculine, and some call it classic. It opens fresh and citrusy with lemon, bergamot and mint. The heart of rosemary, ginger, pepper and caraway adds a green, spicy edge. The base of vetiver, musk, clary sage and amber settles into a woody footing. Atkinsons Mint & Tonic and Etro Lemon Sorbet have a close profile.