The Perfume Library

Boss Collection - Cotton Verbena

6.6

Hugo Boss · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Hugo Boss Boss Collection - Cotton Verbena is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a light sweet and spicy side and a quiet woody backdrop; it has been discontinued. It opens with vervain and lemon, a bright and slightly sharp start. The heart brings moss and vetiver, and the base settles into dry notes and woody notes that soften everything into an earthy ground. A synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits those who want a light freshness through the day. It is presented as a men's fragrance. Adopt' Verveine Fizz and Dior Sauvage Eau Forte have a close profile.

Bois Flotté

7.0

L'Occitane en Provence · 2021

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

L'Occitane en Provence Bois Flotté is a salty, woody men's fragrance that pairs the fresh, green opening of red algae and rosemary with driftwood and cedarwood. The top notes are red algae and rosemary, giving an aquatic, green freshness. In the heart, nutmeg adds spice while driftwood and sea salt pull the scent towards a dry, briny woodiness. Vetiver, moss and cedarwood hold that line in the base, and a slightly synthetic edge runs through the character. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays with you through the day without filling the room. It is positioned as a men's fragrance. MiN New York Dune Road and Issey Miyake Le Sel d'Issey (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

L'Eau du Marin

7.0

Lostmarc'h · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Lostmarc'h L'Eau du Marin is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent that opens on bitter orange, lemon and mandarin orange. The citrus top carries a green, slightly spicy edge. At the heart, fresh and floral notes sit alongside freesia, and the base of musk, cedar and moss keeps it soft, woody and damp. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Voters place it mostly in leisure, daily and office wear, with sport close behind, and rarely for evenings.

Fleur d'Oh

7.4

OHTOP · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

OHTOP Fleur d'Oh is a fresh, floral unisex scent with a bright citrus and green character, suited to anyone who wants something light but lively. It opens with Japanese shiso, Spanish yuzu and Tunisian neroli, which read sharp, green and citrusy. In the heart, orange blossom, white cedarwood and petitgrain carry that freshness onto a floral, woody footing. In the base, musk and moss soften the scent and add an earthy depth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticeable up close without filling a room. The number of ratings is small, so these figures are only a rough guide. Givenchy Eau de Givenchy and Commodity Moss have a close profile.

I ♥ Italy for Him

7.8

Sergio Tacchini · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Sergio Tacchini I ♥ Italy for Him is a fresh, aquatic men's scent in which citrus and green tones lead, with a seaside feel. It opens with bergamot and Italian mandarin orange for a bright citrus start. In the heart, salty air, seawater, petitgrain and rosemary build a green, briny freshness. Woody notes, musk and moss settle that freshness onto a soft base, with fruity and spicy touches among the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it suits those who want a light, clean scent for daytime. It reads masculine. Lanvin L'Homme Sport and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Oceanic Expedition have a close profile.

Madonna (Lilly)

7.2

Dedcool · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Dedcool Madonna is a unisex scent with a fresh, green and woody character, balancing citrus against spice. The top holds sandalwood and black pepper, which gives a fresh, spicy start. In the heart, amber and exotic woods add a woody, resinous depth. The base of cardamom and moss leaves a green, earthy chypre feel. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. The votes are few, so these ratings are tentative, but it seems to sit close to the skin without vanishing or filling a room. It suits men and women alike, and will appeal to those who like natural, green and woody scents. Goutal Eau de Monsieur and Pineward Subalpine have a close profile.

Men's Classic (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Mülhens · 1986

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Eau de Toilette

Mülhens Men's Classic Eau de Toilette is a masculine scent that sets a fresh, green opening of lavender, bergamot and basil over a deep base of leather, amber and moss; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling a room. Voters spread across all four seasons, with winter and fall slightly ahead. Leisure, business and evening wear come closest to its character. It reads as masculine. The top pairs artemisia, coriander and green notes with citrusy lavender and bergamot. In the heart, jasmine, rose, carnation and aldehydes add a bright floral touch, while vetiver and patchouli keep it dry. The base of labdanum, leather, amber and moss settles the chypre character and leaves a spicy, resinous warmth.

City Breeze for Him (Eau de Toilette)

5.5

Mexx · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Mexx City Breeze for Him Eau de Toilette is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that opens on grapefruit, basil and apple and moves through sage, violet leaf and seawater. The opening pairs the citrus of grapefruit with the green bite of basil and a light sweetness from apple. In the heart, sage and violet leaf keep the green note going while seawater adds coolness. The base of vetiver, patchouli, moss and cedarwood settles the scent on a woody, earthy footing, though the overall impression stays fresh. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick it for daily wear and leisure, with sport and business trailing behind. It is positioned as a men's fragrance. Hugo Boss Hugo (Eau de Toilette) and Esprit Esprit Man (2019) have a close profile.

Yes I am the King Le Parfum

8.0

Geparlys

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Geparlys Yes I am the King Le Parfum is a fragrance for men that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, woody and spicy body. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the small number of votes means that reading should be taken with caution. It is classed as a masculine fragrance. Coriander, nutmeg and lemon give the top a fresh, spicy start. In the heart, tonka bean, lavender, violet and iris bring sweetness and a soft, powdery touch. The base of vetiver, frankincense, musk, moss and sandalwood settles into a woody, creamy foundation. Aquatic and green tones add a cool lift throughout. Geparlys Unbreakable and Calvin Klein Crave have a close profile.

Gadea

7.4

Hoss Intropia · 2021

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Hoss Intropia Gadea is a fresh, floral and aquatic women's fragrance that pairs citrus, jasmine and gardenia with marine notes. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it makes itself known without filling the room. Voters lean towards daily wear, leisure and the office, while sport and evening sit well behind. The vote count is small, so this picture is only tentative. Citrus notes open it bright and lively. In the heart, jasmine and gardenia add a soft floral touch. Sandalwood, moss and marine notes finish it with a green, aquatic and lightly sweet feel. Pioggia Forte and Acqua Alpes 2221 have a close profile.

#704 Wild Hunt/Forest

6.4

CB I Hate Perfume · 2007

Fresh · Green · Spicy

CB I Hate Perfume #704 Wild Hunt/Forest is a unisex scent that pairs freshness with a green, earthy forest feel. Mushrooms, pine, fir, branches and leaves sit together, while moss and plant juice add a damp, green depth. The fresh and green accords come first, the woody and resinous side carries the weight, and the spicy and earthy tones stay in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it reads as a quiet scent that stays close to the skin. Voters split almost evenly between masculine and feminine, which fits its unisex character. Alkemia Gaea and Stirling Soap Scots Pine have a close profile.

Follow Your Soul Men

5.8

s.Oliver · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

s.Oliver Follow Your Soul Men is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance, softened by floral and spicy touches and a sweet edge. Both longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It is positioned as a men's fragrance. It opens with Guatemala cardamom, pink pepper and bergamot, a bright and lightly spicy start. Rosemary, ambrox and moss lead the heart, and cedarwood and vetiver settle it onto a woody base. Dior Sauvage (Eau de Toilette) and Jimmy Choo Jimmy Choo Man Blue have a close profile.

Acqua Oud

7.8

Precious Liquid · 2023

Fresh · Aquatic · Fruity

Precious Liquid Acqua Oud is a fresh, aquatic scent set on a woody, oriental frame, classed as a men's fragrance. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages. Bergamot, lime, pineapple and melon bring a fruity brightness, while marine notes and red seagrass push the watery side forward. Oud, patchouli absolute and vetiver add a woody, slightly oriental weight underneath that freshness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It leans masculine. Lattafa Blue Oud and Rasasi Hope for Men have a close profile.

James Bond 007 Cologne (Eau de Cologne)

5.8

James Bond 007 · 2018

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Eau de Cologne

James Bond 007 Cologne (Eau de Cologne) opens with peppermint, pineapple and basil, then settles on cedarwood, patchouli and moss: a fresh, green men's fragrance with a woody base. Don't expect a strong trail: longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak. Its fresh, green character suits relaxed daytime wear. Few people have rated it, so this picture is tentative. The top pairs the coolness of peppermint and basil with pineapple, which adds a sweet, fruity softness. In the heart, clary sage and juniper berry bring a lightly spicy, aromatic turn. The base of cedarwood, patchouli, moss and amber ends woody and earthy, with a slightly synthetic edge among the accords. Rochas L'Homme Rochas and Bond No. 9 The Scent of Peace for Him have a close profile.

Fantasque (Cologne)

8.0

Féraud · 1982

Floral · Green · Spicy

Féraud Fantasque (Cologne) is a floral, green chypre for women, and voters lean towards evenings and nights out. It has been discontinued. It opens with citrus fruits, green notes and aldehydes, softened by pear and spices. The heart of orris root, jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang builds a powdery floral layer. The base of musk, amber, moss, cedar and patchouli adds a woody, slightly animalic and resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though that rests on few votes. Voters pick it most for nights out and evenings, with leisure and daily wear also getting a share. It is classed as a women's fragrance. Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Patou Sublime have a close profile.

Bass

6.8

Ephemera by Unsound · 2014

Synthetic · Spicy · Woody

Ephemera by Unsound Bass is a smoky, leathery and resinous unisex scent with a hard, woody and animalic character. Wood smoke and rum come first. Mastic, leather and tea sit in the middle, and frankincense, moss, cedarwood and castoreum dry down at the base. The synthetic, spicy and animalic accords weigh heavily, so it reads dry and dark rather than soft or sweet. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays close to the skin while still making itself known to people nearby. It suits anyone who likes leather and smoke, regardless of gender. Rammstein Benzin and Tom Ford Black Lacquer have a close profile.

Give Me the Night (Eau de Parfum)

7.0

Derek Lam 10 Crosby · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

Cologne Rose Océan

7.1

Les Parfums de Rosine · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Les Parfums de Rosine Cologne Rose Océan is a unisex scent that opens with fresh lemon, neroli and bergamot, then softens into rose absolute and lavender. Citrus leads from the first moment, supported by aquatic and green accords. In the heart, lavender and rose absolute add a floral, slightly powdery side, while fruity and sweet tones stay in the background. Moss and cedar give the base a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are moderate, though the small number of votes means those ratings are only a rough guide. Voters place it mostly in leisure, daily and office wear, with some picking sport and evenings out. It reads equally well on men and women. Giorgio Beverly Hills Wings for Men (Eau de Toilette) and Lostmarc'h L'Eau de L'Hermine have a close profile.

Absolute Noir / بسلت نوير

8.6

Atralia · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Atralia Absolute Noir / بسلت نوير is a unisex fragrance that sets the brightness of lemon, bergamot and pink pepper against the dry, earthy tones of vetiver, patchouli and leather. It opens with lemon, bergamot, pink pepper and grapefruit, a citrus and spicy sparkle. In the heart, pineapple and watermelon bring a fruity sweetness that ambroxan softens. The base is led by vetiver, patchouli, moss and leather, settling into a woody, green and leathery character. The overall impression is fresh and sweet, with a slightly synthetic edge. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are only an early indication. It leans neither masculine nor feminine. It is also rated highly for value.

Malagasy

7.6

Miller et Bertaux · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Miller et Bertaux Malagasy is a unisex fragrance built around cistus, Madagascar pepper and patchouli, with a fresh, citrusy and spicy character. Lemon, bergamot and orange give it a bright citrus front that stays tangled with spices throughout: pink pepper, nutmeg and clove add a warm, slightly sharp edge. Cedarwood and gaiac wood lay a woody base, moss and patchouli bring green, earthy tones, and cistus adds a resinous depth. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick it most for leisure, a night out and evenings, with business and daily wear also in the mix. It sits comfortably on both men and women, with a green, woody character.

Lilac Wine

5.5

Art Meets Art · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Art Meets Art Lilac Wine is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral character with a sweet, powdery and lightly spicy texture. The top holds plum, lavender and violet: the plum brings sweetness, while lavender and violet keep it floral and powdery. In the heart are cognac, freesia and sage, with cognac adding warmth and sage a spicy, herbal edge. The base of moss, cedarwood and musk settles it onto a soft, woody footing. A synthetic facet runs through the accords as well. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of ratings is small. It is a light-handed scent that carries easily through the day and suits both women and men.

Solo Sport

7.0

Loewe · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Loewe Solo Sport is a fresh men's fragrance that links a bright opening of mandarin orange, melon and pepper to the fougère character of lavender and rosemary. The top notes are pepper, melon and mandarin orange, so citrus and fruity tones lead. In the heart, cardamom, lavender and rosemary add a spicy, herbal fougère feel. The base of musk, patchouli, amber and moss settles it onto a woody, powdery ground, with sweet and synthetic touches in the background. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Voters pick it most for daytime, leisure and business, and less for sport and nights out. Loewe Solo Sport has been discontinued. Lancôme Hypnôse Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Calvin Klein Encounter (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Ibéré

8.6

Zaharoff · 2025

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Zaharoff Ibéré is a sweet, spicy and woody unisex fragrance led by nutmeg and vanilla. The top pairs nutmeg with Pink Pepper Pure Jungle Essence™ for a spicy start. In the heart, dried fruits, sugar powder and lavender soften things, while ambrette seed adds a powdery texture. The base turns creamy with vanilla and tonka bean absolute, sitting on a woody floor of cedarwood and amberwood. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Its sweet, creamy build sits comfortably on men and women alike. Moncler Haute Montagne - Un éclat de bois blancs and Van Cleef & Arpels Bois Doré have a close profile.

Loewe pour Homme Sport

6.4

Loewe · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Loewe pour Homme Sport is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance whose aquatic and green notes keep it close to everyday wear. It opens with pepper and grapefruit, and the heart brings ginger, seawater, lavender and basil. The base of moss, patchouli, Atlas cedar and amber adds a woody side that stays light, resting on a clean, synthetic backdrop. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it suits anyone who wants something light and close to the skin. Voters pick it most for leisure, business and daily wear, with sport not far behind. It reads as masculine and has been discontinued. Abercrombie & Fitch Away Man and Azzaro Chrome (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.