The Perfume Library

Young Hearts (Pure Essence)

8.5

Acampora · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acampora Young Hearts (Pure Essence) is a green, resinous unisex chypre built around oakmoss, galbanum and fir balsam. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong, though the sample of votes is small. It reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine and suits men and women alike. Bergamot gives it a fresh, citrusy start, while pine, birch leaf and galbanum add a cool green edge. Jasmine and rose soften it with a floral touch, and saffron brings some spice. Oakmoss, patchouli, amber and musk ground it in an earthy, woody base. Acampora Young Hearts (Eau de Parfum) and Sisley Eau de Campagne have a close profile.

Amber Wood Noir

7.8

Ajmal · 2020

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Ajmal Amber Wood Noir is a sweet, spicy woody-oriental unisex fragrance, with smoky and resinous edges that give it a dark, warm character. Both longevity and sillage are rated strong, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Given how dense it is, a light hand may be enough. It opens with clary sage, bergamot and lavender. In the heart, gaiac wood, pine and rose build a woody backbone. The base settles into musk, sandalwood, driftwood and amber, where the creamy, animal and smoky accords come through more clearly. The scent balances sweetness against dry woodiness. Parfums de Marly Pegasus Exclusif and Mith Velvet Amber have a close profile.

Polo Crest (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Ralph Lauren · 1991

Citrus · Green · Spicy

Eau de Toilette

Ralph Lauren Polo Crest Eau de Toilette opens on rosemary, basil and bergamot and dries down to patchouli, oakmoss and leather, a green chypre for men that has been discontinued. The opening is led by rosemary, basil, tarragon and bergamot, with juniper berry adding a cool edge to that green, citrusy start. In the heart, caraway, pine and rose bring a spicy, resinous feel. The base of patchouli, leather and oakmoss sets an earthy, woody floor; the overall impression is dry, green and serious. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though some wear it in every season. It moves from daily use to business and evening settings and reads clearly masculine. Ralph Lauren Polo and Rochas Macassar have a close profile.

Iris Noir (2024)

8.1

Ensar Oud · 2024

Floral · Green · Fruity

Ensar Oud Iris Noir is a unisex scent that wraps a floral, woody core in green, fruity and smoky touches. The notes read as one blend: Afghan rose otto, iris and honeysuckle build the floral side, while thyme and rosemary add a green, spicy edge. Peach and raspberry bring a fruity sweetness, and Vietnamese and Chinese oud, sandalwood and styrax give it a smoky, resinous, creamy depth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small. With its oud and resin weight, it sits more comfortably in cooler weather and in the evening. It reads equally at home on men and women. Ensar Oud Iris Noir (2025) and Ensar Oud White Nights: Malaoke have a close profile.

Philosia

7.7

Korres · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Korres Philosia is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that pairs a bright opening with resinous, woody notes such as fir balsam and pine, giving it a forest-like character. The top is mandarin orange, orange and bergamot, a bright and clean citrus start. In the heart, fir balsam, star anise, eucalyptus and pine bring green, spicy and resinous tones. The base rests on gaiac wood, patchouli, musk and cedarwood, with the musk adding a soft, creamy finish. Longevity and sillage both sit at a moderate level. These ratings rest on few votes, but they point to a calm, unshowy scent. It reads comfortably on both men and women. Carthusia A'mmare and Lostmarc'h Atao have a close profile.

Dreamz

7.6

L'Ateliero · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

L'Ateliero Dreamz is a unisex scent with a fresh, citrusy and aquatic character, shaded by floral and woody touches. Its longevity and sillage are both rated very strong, though the vote counts are small, so the figures are only a rough guide. Being unisex, it sits equally well on men and women. It opens with aquatic notes, citrus notes and aldehydes, giving a clean, bright first impression. In the heart, pine, rose, gardenia and jasmine bring a floral and green turn. The base of patchouli, woods, tonka bean and amber leaves a woody, lightly sweet foundation. Fruity and synthetic tones also show in the accords. Its profile is close to Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue (Eau de Toilette) and Calvin Klein CK One (Eau de Toilette).

Sueño Hombre (Eau de Toilette)

7.2

La Martina · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

La Martina Sueño Hombre Eau de Toilette is a fresh, green men's fragrance with a citrus and aquatic feel; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter a distant choice. It leans towards the office, leisure and everyday wear, and less towards evenings out. It opens with bergamot, apple and lemon sharpened by aldehydes, bright and fruity. Pine, cedar needle and sea breeze in the heart add a green, aquatic freshness. Patchouli, amberwood, oakmoss and tonka bean settle it onto a woody, lightly spicy base. Harley-Davidson Cool Spirit and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue pour Homme have a close profile.

Lavender Illusion

7.8

Viktor & Rolf · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Viktor & Rolf Lavender Illusion is a fresh, green unisex scent that pairs lavender with blackcurrant and galbanum; it has been discontinued. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and daily wear and leisure are the settings named most often. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair share call it masculine. The top notes of blackcurrant, galbanum and finger lime give a fresh, green, fruity opening. Lavender and Provençal lavender take the heart, with a floral side softened by a touch of sweetness and spice. Musk, patchouli and pine form a woody base.

L'air du Nord

7.5

Créateur Mare · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Créateur Mare L'air du Nord is a fresh, green unisex fragrance that sets mandarin orange, mint and juniper against a woody base of pine and cedarwood. It opens with mandarin orange, mint, lime and cardamom, so citrus and spice arrive together as a bright start. In the heart, osmanthus, iris, water lily and pine bring a greener, more aquatic feel. It settles into vetiver, moss, cedarwood and musk. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it leans towards business, leisure and daily wear. Masculine and feminine votes are close, so it reads as unisex. Davidoff Cool Water and Kenzo Kenzo pour Homme have a close profile.

Riad Jasmine

7.2

Azman · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Azman Riad Jasmine is a unisex perfume that sets a fresh, green floral against a sweet, fruity touch and an oud and musk base. It opens with date, pine, raspberry and tangerine, which give it a fruity, resinous brightness. In the heart, jasmine and lily of the valley lead, while cedarwood gives the flowers a woody frame. The base of oud, musk and frankincense closes it with an oriental, slightly animalic warmth. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though few votes back these ratings. It reads comfortably on both men and women, somewhere between floral and woody. Dior Dior Addict To Life and Ramón Monegal Atractone Musk have a close profile.

Cuir Mythique

7.8

Korloff · 2019

Green · Spicy · Woody

Korloff Cuir Mythique is a green, smoky and leathery unisex scent, and it has been discontinued. It opens with juniper, pine and mandarin orange, a cool and resinous start. In the heart, galbanum, ginger and iris carry on the green and spicy tone. The base of smoky notes, ink and leather settles into a woody, earthy and slightly animalic ground. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though few have voted. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine; its rough, leathery character sits comfortably as unisex. Zoologist King Cobra and Le Frag Grimmtale have a close profile.

Yukion'na

6.6

Ikiryō

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ikiryō Yukion'na is a fresh, citrusy fragrance with a green streak and a masculine lean, suited to leisure and evening wear in the cooler months. Tangerine and yuzu give it a bright citrus feel, while pine and juniper berry pull it towards green and resinous ground. Patchouli, hiba wood and frankincense settle it into a woody, earthy base, and black musk and chrysanthemum add a soft, creamy sweetness. The overall impression is cool, clean and slightly synthetic. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. Leisure and evening come up most, and the character is mostly seen as masculine and modern. Police Independent and Sentier Rán have a close profile.

Wad

5.7

Van de Zotte · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Van de Zotte Wad is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent built around pine, seagrass and algae. Citrus and green accords carry the coolness of bergamot and pine. Seagrass, algae and sisal give it a salty, dry texture, while oud and ambergris form a woody, slightly smoky base. Clary sage and nutmeg add a spicy touch. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are best read with caution. Without a gendered lean, it suits anyone looking for a cool, outdoorsy scent. Lalique Encre Noire Sport and Creed Himalaya have a close profile.

similimirage

6.6

Première Peau · 2025

Fresh · Green · Synthetic

Première Peau similimirage is a unisex perfume that pairs a fresh, green character with a spicy, smoky and leathery streak. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Leisure and evening wear get the most votes, with business and daily use close behind. These ratings come from small numbers of votes, so they are best read loosely. Thyme, pine and Dalmatian immortelle give it a green, spicy sharpness. Salty and mineral notes and sand keep it dry and airy, while resins and synthetic leather add a woody, smoky depth. Ambrette softens the whole a little.

Cullinan Diamond Iris

8.0

Ibraheem Al.Qurashi · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ibraheem Al.Qurashi Cullinan Diamond Iris is a unisex fragrance that links a fresh, fruity grapefruit and pineapple opening to a chypre base of iris and oakmoss. The top is citrusy and lightly sweet, with grapefruit and pineapple. In the heart, bergamot, jasmine and patchouli come forward, and the floral side is tempered by the patchouli. The base of oakmoss, iris, cedarwood and pine settles the scent into a chypre and fougère shape. Longevity and sillage are rated good, and most voters score longevity high. Value for money is rated high as well, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It can read as masculine or feminine alike. Nishane Hacivat and The Dua Brand Ottoman Breeze have a close profile.

Pineapple Express

7.6

The Dua Brand · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

The Dua Brand Pineapple Express is a fresh, fruity unisex scent in which pineapple and citrus meet a green, smoky backdrop. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, so it tends to be noticed for a long time. The vote count is small, so these figures are a tendency rather than a firm verdict. It sits comfortably between masculine and feminine. Pineapple, yuzu, lemon and bergamot build the bright, sweetish fruit side. Thyme, basil and pine add a green, spicy edge, while cannabis and birch draw a smoky line. Cedarwood and vetiver give a woody, earthy base, and vanilla softens the sharper edges with a little sweetness.

Jardin Kitayama

8.1

Katana · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tempo

8.3

City Rhythm · 2022

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

City Rhythm Tempo is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, aquatic character with a sweet, woody backdrop. The top opens with lime, bergamot and lavender freshness, while strawberry, pear and sugar sweeten it lightly. In the heart, cedar, pine and pepper bring a woody, green and spicy feel, softened by rose and jasmine. The base settles into a creamy warmth of vetiver, amber and vanilla. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small and most voters rate the longevity high. It suits men and women alike, sitting between sweet and fresh. Prisma Amethyst and Versace Blue Jeans have a close profile.

Listen. to the Heartbeat of Germany

6.3

Scentception · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Scentception Listen. to the Heartbeat of Germany is a fresh, green and citrusy unisex fragrance that pairs cool aquatic notes with a forest feel. It opens with aquatic notes, juniper, citrus notes and herbaceous notes, with spicy notes adding a slight edge. In the heart, ozonic notes, lily of the valley, elderflower and linden blossom keep it floral yet airy. The base of pine, fir needle and oakmoss sets a woody, green floor, softened by powdery notes. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so these ratings are tentative. It suits men and women alike, with a crisp, natural character. Kilian Vodka on the Rocks and Rasasi Egra for Men have a close profile.

Gather

7.6

Ann Ringstrand · 2017

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Ann Ringstrand Gather is a unisex scent that carries the coolness of thyme, pepper and mint into the resinous, forest-like air of pine and cypress. It opens fresh and spicy with thyme, pepper, mint and camphor. In the heart, incense resin, pine and cypress lead, and the scent turns green, smoky and resinous. The base of vetiver, moss, turpentine and cedramber settles into a dry, woody finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters see it as a daytime, leisure or office scent, with evening and night out further behind. It sits comfortably on anyone's skin and never turns heavy.

Hoary Date / Pawn of the Past / F2

7.5

Toskovat' · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Toskovat' Hoary Date / Pawn of the Past / F2 is a unisex chypre that moves from a fresh opening of neroli, bergamot and turmeric into a resinous warmth of myrrh, amber and vanilla. The top is citrus and green: neroli, bergamot, lemon, turmeric. The heart builds a floral, powdery layer from wisteria, mimosa, rose and orris root, with galbanum adding green and cinnamon adding spice. The base of myrrh, amber, benzoin and oakmoss turns woody, resinous and slightly animal, with vanilla adding sweetness. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the votes are few. It has been discontinued. Pierre Cardin Choc de Cardin and Atkinsons Bizarre (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Aromatic d'Azur

6.1

Sãlum · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Sãlum Aromatic d'Azur is a fresh, green unisex fragrance led by cardamom, pine and bergamot. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, though few people have rated them, so treat that as a rough guide. With its fresh, citrusy and aquatic character it wears easily in warm weather, and it doesn't lean toward either men or women. It opens with cardamom's spice, pine's green edge and bergamot's citrus. In the heart, cypress, marine notes, ylang-ylang and pine nut keep things cool, and the base of cedarwood, sandalwood and amber adds a woody footing. Parfums de Marly Sedley and Creed Himalaya have a close profile.

The Ritual of Anahata

7.8

Rituals · 2017

Floral · Green · Sweet

Darin / دارين

7.6

Hunayn · 2026

Floral · Green · Spicy

Hunayn Darin / دارين is a unisex fragrance with a floral and woody weight, green and spicy edges, and animal and resinous tones that keep it dark and dense. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the vote count is small, so the picture isn't firm. No clear lean towards a season or occasion shows up. As a unisex scent it suits both men and women. The notes read as one whole rather than stages: Taif rose, jasmine and tuberose form a floral core, while camphor and pine add a cool, green edge. Sandalwood, Malayan oud and birch tar build a woody, smoky base, and honey and beeswax soften it.