The Perfume Library

Abaci

7.3

Abaci · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Abaci Abaci opens with galbanum, lime and bergamot, a green, citrusy fragrance for men. In the top, juniper berry, basil and red pepper give a fresh, spicy start. The heart adds a soft floral touch of freesia, water lily and jasmine. Vetiver, patchouli and cistus set a woody, resinous and slightly smoky base; overall it reads as a fougère with a somewhat synthetic freshness. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick it for daily wear, leisure and the office, with some choosing it for evenings and nights out. Karl Lagerfeld Photo and Hugo Boss Boss Sport share a close profile.

Mahogany Woods

8.7

Bath & Body Works · 2014

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Bath & Body Works Mahogany Woods is a sweet, spicy and woody men's fragrance built around blood orange, mahogany and sandalwood; it has been discontinued. It opens with blood orange and red pepper over a dry mahogany backbone. Clary sage absolute and cognac soften the heart, and the base turns warm and creamy with tonka bean, amber and bourbon vanilla, while sandalwood keeps the resinous, smoky side in check. The overall feel is gourmand and slightly powdery. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters lean towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, though it also suits daytime and the office. It reads clearly masculine.

Millefleurs 2024 LemOUDnade

8.4

N•O•A•M · 2024

Citrus · Green · Spicy

N•O•A•M Millefleurs 2024 LemOUDnade is a unisex scent that sets the freshness of lemon and mint against Cambodian oud, smoke and leather, citrusy yet smoky. The perfume has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the vote counts are small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. The notes have no top, heart and base split, so it reads as a single piece. Lemon, mint and thyme give a green freshness, while ginger and red pepper add spice. Beneath them, oud, smoke, leather and soil form a dark, woody, animalic ground.

9mm

7.5

Ballistic Therapy · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ballistic Therapy 9mm is a unisex scent that pairs a sharp opening of cardamom, nutmeg and gun powder with a smoky base of vetiver, leather and gaiac wood. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though few votes back this up, so treat it as a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes to draw on. It is unisex and doesn't lean toward either gender. The scent opens fresh, green and spicy, with cardamom, nutmeg, gun powder and bergamot up front. In the heart, red pepper, black orchid and jasmine add a floral softness. The base of vetiver, leather, musk, moss and gaiac wood settles into a woody, leathery, smoky and distinctly synthetic finish.

Sculpture Rêverie

6.7

Nikos · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Nikos Sculpture Rêverie is a men's fragrance that sets the bite of red pepper, chili and black pepper against the sweet, creamy warmth of cocoa, Bourbon vanilla and patchouli. It opens with a spicy edge from the peppers, cherry and saffron. In the heart, orange blossom, rose and amber add a soft floral note, and the base of musk, patchouli, cocoa and vanilla settles into a gourmand, sweet and woody finish. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the sample is small and these ratings are not conclusive. Its sweet, spicy build reads as a warm, full-bodied scent aimed at men. Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Elixir and Simone Andreoli Born from Fire have a close profile.

Superuomo

7.6

Re Profumo · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Re Profumo Superuomo is a unisex fragrance with a fresh, green citrus character and a spicy, woody backbone underneath. Its longevity and sillage are rated as moderate, though the small number of votes makes that a rough guide. Voters pick it most for business and daily wear, with leisure and nights out close behind. It reads equally easily on men and women. It opens with red pepper, green mandarin orange and lime, a sharp, lively citrus. In the heart, cardamom, neroli and myrtle pull that freshness toward spice and flowers. Haitian vetiver, musk and beeswax in the base settle it onto a woody, lightly sweet and powdery ground. Comme des Garçons Series 4: Cologne - Vettiveru and Bon Parfumeur 003 Yuzu Feuilles de Violette Vétiver have a close profile.

Culture by Tabac: Arena di Roma (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Mäurer & Wirtz · 2002

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Toilette

Mäurer & Wirtz Culture by Tabac: Arena di Roma Eau de Toilette is a spicy, woody men's fragrance built around juniper, cardamom and oud; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the small number of votes means these figures are only a rough guide. It is classed as a men's fragrance. It opens with elemi resin, red pepper and apple, while laurel and mugwort add a bitter edge. In the heart, juniper, caraway and cardamom carry the spice, softened by violet and lavender. The base of amber, oud, sandalwood and tonka bean settles into a resinous, oriental, warm woody finish.

Single Man

7.5

Moth and Rabbit

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Moth and Rabbit Single Man is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that opens on red pepper, cardamom and lemon. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is tentative. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Ginger joins red pepper, cardamom and lemon at the top, giving a fresh, citrusy start. In the heart, nutmeg, rose and violet wood soften the spice and add a green, creamy feel. The base settles on amber, patchouli, mahogany and oakmoss over a woody ground. Xerjoff Torino23 and Louis Vuitton LV Lovers have a close profile.

Fire

6.2

Elementals · 2014

Floral · Green · Fruity

Elementals Fire is a floral, spicy unisex fragrance that sets the warmth of ginger, cinnamon and bitter orange against rose and cashmere wood. It opens with ginger, red cedar, bitter orange and cinnamon for a spicy warmth. The heart of currant, rose otto, neroli and geranium adds a floral, green and fruity softness. The base of rose, cashmere wood and red pepper settles into a sweet, woody finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters pick it most for leisure, with business and evening wear close behind. Jacques Fath Red Shoes and Moschino Toy Boy have a similar profile.

Isle of Man

6.0

Anglia-Perfumery

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Anglia-Perfumery Isle of Man is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance built around grapefruit, clove, nutmeg and ginger; it has been discontinued. It wears with moderate longevity and weak sillage, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it suits daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads masculine. It opens with grapefruit, clove, nutmeg and ginger alongside green leaves, a bright and slightly sharp start. Orange adds a fruity softness in the heart, while cardamom and red pepper keep the spice going. Cedar and gaiac wood settle underneath as a dry, woody base, with the citrus and green accords balancing the spice.

Anbar

7.2

Dixit & Zak · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Dixit & Zak Anbar is a unisex scent that lays sweet fruit and spice over a resinous, woody core; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Voters rate the staying power well, though the sample is small, so treat that with caution. It sits comfortably on men and women alike, and its heavy, warm build suits cooler weather. It opens with lemon and bergamot for a citrus lift, softened at once by ylang-ylang and vanilla. In the heart, raspberry, plum and blackcurrant bring fruity sweetness, balanced by rose, black pepper and red pepper. The base settles into a creamy, resinous warmth of myrrh, frankincense, benzoin, tonka bean and fossilised amber.

Red Power Intense

7.0

Ferrari · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ferrari Red Power Intense is a spicy, sweet fragrance for men, with floral, woody and resinous shading; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. The vote count is small, so this is only a rough impression. There is not enough voting on seasons or occasions to say when it suits best. It opens with nutmeg, red pepper and violet leaf, a spicy, slightly green start. In the heart, lavender leaf, patchouli and iris add a floral, earthy layer. The base of frankincense, amber and oud settles into a resinous, sweet and woody warmth.

Time

7.8

Krizia · 2004

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Krizia Time is a discontinued women's fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral character with a touch of spice and chypre. Its longevity is rated moderate and its sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Few people have voted, so these ratings are only a rough guide. There is not enough information to say which seasons or occasions suit it, but the accords point to easy everyday wear. It opens with wild rose, bergamot, hyacinth and neroli in a bright floral bouquet. In the heart, rose leaf and carnation lead, with red pepper adding light spice. The base of vanilla, moss, musk and cashmere wood softens it and settles it on a woody ground. Montblanc Individuel (Eau de Toilette) and Jaguar Classic Gold have a close profile.

Revolution

7.6

Killer Oud

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Killer Oud Revolution is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, floral character over a sweet, woody and powdery base. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it leaves a noticeable but not heavy trail and sits close to everyday wear. The number of voters is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Bitter orange leaf, rosemary and red pepper open it fresh with a light spiciness. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, iris and orange blossom bring a soft, powdery floral layer. Sandalwood, patchouli, vetiver and cedar form the woody base. Amouage Reflection Man and Scentiments Mirror Man have a close profile.

Homme

6.8

La Biosthétique · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

La Biosthétique Homme is a fresh, sweet and floral men's fragrance that opens on juniper, grapefruit and bergamot. The top is juniper, red pepper, grapefruit, lime and bergamot, a bright citrus start with a light spicy edge. The heart brings orchid, clary sage, jasmine, rose and water lily, adding a soft floral, aquatic touch. The base of moss, cedarwood and musk, with cashmere wood, ambergris and vanilla, turns sweeter and woody as it dries down, with a faint fruity note running through. The overall impression is clean, light and easygoing. Joop! Nightflight (Eau de Toilette) and Contes de Parfums Sydney have a close profile.

Evy

7.6

Calaj · 2023

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Calaj Evy is a unisex fragrance that sets a floral, fruity sweetness against a leathery, animalic edge. Evy lasts strongly and projects clearly; most voters rate both highly. The sample is small, so treat that with caution. No clear season or occasion stands out, but its weight suits evenings and cooler weather. Blood orange, pineapple and rose open it fruity and bright, with lavender and basil adding a green edge. In the heart, violet, magnolia and musk bring a powdery softness, while metallic notes add a cool sheen. The base of leather, honey, vanilla and amber settles into a thick, sweet footing, and red pepper and castoreum push it towards spicy, animalic territory. Rihanna Rogue and Lancôme Connexion have a close profile.

Plaisir de Frédéric

7.5

Frédéric Haldimann

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Frédéric Haldimann Plaisir de Frédéric is a fresh, sweet floral for women built on ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose, softened by vanilla and cedarwood; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though few people have voted, so the picture is tentative. It reads as a feminine perfume. It opens with red pepper, bergamot and violet, which give a fresh, lightly spicy start. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose bring the floral side forward. The base of vanilla, cedarwood and musk settles it into something sweet, creamy, powdery and woody, with a synthetic edge among the accords.

Signature Gold Edition Man

6.5

Otto Kern · 2010

Citrus · Sweet · Spicy

Otto Kern Signature Gold Edition Man is a men's fragrance that opens with bergamot, cardamom and red pepper and turns sweet with vanilla and tonka bean; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated as moderate, though the number of voters is small, so that reading is tentative. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Bergamot, cardamom and red pepper give a citrusy, spicy opening. In the heart, nutmeg, cinnamon and orange blossom soften the spice. Sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla in the base settle into a sweet, woody, powdery finish.

Miel Sauvage

7.3

Amouroud · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Amouroud Miel Sauvage is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance that opens with wild honey and red pepper over bergamot, then deepens into oud and sandalwood. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though few people have voted, so that picture is tentative. With its woody, oriental build it sits comfortably on both men and women and suits cooler weather. The top pairs bergamot, wild honey and red pepper, with the honey's sweetness checked by the pepper's spice. In the heart, jasmine adds a soft floral touch while sandalwood and oud lay a woody base. The base of patchouli, tonka bean and frankincense leaves a creamy, resinous warmth.

Andreas Gabalier Woman

5.0

Andreas Gabalier · 2016

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Andreas Gabalier Woman is a women's fragrance where citrus and floral notes sit on a sweet, powdery base, with a fruity, slightly synthetic feel. It opens with bergamot, jasmine sambac and red pepper together: the freshness of citrus meets floral jasmine and a light peppery warmth. In the heart, orange blossom, iris and patchouli take over; iris brings the powdery side, while patchouli adds a faint earthy shade to the flowers. In the base, praliné, vanilla and musk sweeten and soften the scent, and it dries down creamy, sweet and powdery. Armaf Just For You pour Femme and Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Eau de Parfum have a close profile.

Raw Secret

7.1

Phuong Dang · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Phuong Dang Raw Secret is a unisex fragrance where citrus and flowers meet in a fresh, lightly spicy mood. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and ginger; red pepper and tea add a slight edge to the bright start, while aldehydes lift the freshness. In the heart, white blossoms, jasmine absolute and lily of the valley take over, and the scent turns soft, floral and powdery. Amber and sandalwood leave a warm, woody base. Green and fruity touches run through the accords as well. Tom Daxon Sicilian Wood and Fragonard Concerto (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

College Sport Man

6.6

Tom Tailor · 2014

Fresh · Floral · Green

Tom Tailor College Sport Man is a men's fragrance that joins a fresh, spicy opening to a floral heart and a sweet, woody base. The top is red pepper, bergamot, cardamom and lemon, so citrus freshness meets a dry spice. In the heart, jasmine, crocus and orange blossom add a soft, powdery floral touch. The base leans on tobacco, vanilla, sandalwood and patchouli, turning gradually sweeter and settling warm, gourmand and woody, with a green thread running underneath. Joop! Le Bain (Eau de Parfum) and Lubin Black Jade have a close profile.

Magenta

7.1

Gisada · 2025

Fruity · Woody · Oriental

Gisada Magenta is a unisex fragrance that opens on apricot, red pepper and mint and dries down to vanilla and sandalwood, with a fruity, woody, oriental and resinous character. The top notes set apricot, red pepper, mint, black pepper and lemon side by side, so fruity sweetness meets a peppery edge. In the heart, clove, saffron, leather and plum come forward, softened by nutmeg and ylang-ylang. The base is led by vanilla, sandalwood, cashmere and musk, with ambergris, teak and cotton candy adding to a sweet, warm foundation. The result is an oriental composition that holds its fruity and spicy sides together. Armaf SHK IV and Roja Parfums Aoud have a close profile.

A Cardamom Affair

7.3

The Dua Brand · 2020

Sweet · Spicy · Oriental

The Dua Brand A Cardamom Affair is a sweet, spicy unisex fragrance built around Indian cardamom, vanilla and sandalwood. Its sillage is rated good, and most voters score it high, though the vote count is small, so that leaning is tentative. It reads as unisex, with a sweet, spicy, oriental character that feels warm and dense. The notes come across as one blend: cardamom and pink pepper bring spice, softened by the creamy sweetness of vanilla and milk. Suede and sandalwood give a leathery, woody base, while brandy adds a warm, boozy edge. Powdery and creamy accords keep the sweetness rounded.