The best citrus scented eau de toilette. Citrus fragrances - optimistic perfumery
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Citrus aromas will help to quickly cheer up on a hot summer day, and at the same time recharge with positive emotions. Psychologists and aromatherapists claim that the refreshing notes of citrus fruits really improve mood.
Citrus notes in perfumery are often called Hesperides, after the ancient Greek nymph. This includes fruits, as well as plants that smell like citruses (vervain or lemongrass). Not so long ago, a large section of citrus notes was replenished with such perfume ingredients as grapefruit, yuzu and hassaku.
The founders of modern perfumes were colognes, which often contained citrus extracts. Today, as then, the essential oils that form the basis of citrus fragrances are mainly obtained by cold pressing and pressing the peel or peel of fruits, as well as leaves and flowers.
Most often, perfumers use as citrus accents:
- Orange, the aroma of which uplifts the mood and relieves fatigue.
- Bergamot is a versatile ingredient in perfumery that goes well with almost all notes. Its aroma helps to increase concentration.
- Mandarin, relieves anxiety.
- Lemon and lime are used in perfumery as a refreshing note and also help to increase physical energy.
Most often, citruses are at the head of the perfume pyramid, being the top notes. It is them that we hear at the very beginning of the fragrance. They help the perfume to open up, anticipating rich heart accords.
Citrus perfumes are popular among both women and men. That is why one can often observe unisex fragrances here.
Summer is the perfect time for refreshing floral-fruity compositions, in which citrus notes often play the main violin.
Escale a Portofino. Collection Les Escales De Dior, Dior
Christian Dior, through Escale à Portofino, invites you on a fragrant journey through Italy, where the beauty of the surroundings becomes a source of inspiration for perfumer François Demachy, who decided to interpret the classic, never-out-of-fashion freshness of cologne with more feminine accords.
It was in Italy that Dior found the precious ingredients for its fragrance: Calabrian bergamot, Italian citron and Sicilian mandarin.
Palermo, Byredo
Echoes of successive eras still hover in the air of Palermo, are reflected in the water, can be traced in art, architecture, and the very spirit of the city, imprisoned in the Palermo bottle by BYREDO. Top notes: bitter orange, Sicilian bergamot. Heart notes: fresh musk, rose absolute. Base notes: leather musk, ambrette flower.
Arancia Di Capri
Arancia di Capri is a line with a relaxing effect. Based on a perfect blend of Mediterranean citrus oils. Bright and fresh, the fragrance reveals its originality thanks to the soft and warm notes of Caramel and Musk.
Fleurs D "oranger, Serge Lutens
In the 17th century, the orange blossom extract became known as neroli essence, as it was christened by Duchess Orsini Neroli. The fragrance consists of seemingly incompatible notes, which gives it shades of richness and freshness. A simple story, the secret of which lies in the fact that the fragrance is fraught with the power of the wind and the innocence of a child's kiss A delightful composition can be described in one word: happiness.
Composition: orange flower petals, white jasmine, Indian tuberose, white rose, musk.
Aqua Allegoria Pamplelune, Guerlain
Radiant and sour, like a grapefruit, with a drop of delicate bitterness and enveloping tenderness. For the sparkling sensual woman who wants freshness and sophistication. A carefree feeling of life in full swing, sounding like the freshness of a freshly squeezed grapefruit, drowning in the tenderness of patchouli and vanilla.
Versace Versense, Versace
The combination of bergamot and green mandarin, saturated with the energy of the Mediterranean, gives the fragrance a natural and spontaneous freshness. Complementing the top notes of the fragrance, a cocktail of divine prickly pear and juicy citrus fruits gives life-giving energy.
The vibrating heart of the fragrance is a bouquet of white transparent flowers. The harmonious combination of exquisite sea daffodils and spicy cardamom seeds makes the jasmine accord even more intense. The base notes, saturated with the aroma of precious woods, amaze with elegance and give rise to a feeling of complete harmony. The combination of refined and rich notes gives an extraordinary sensuality to the whole composition - intriguing, refined, mystical and exciting.
O De L'Orangerie, Lancôme
A real gift for the summer from Lancôme is the fresh fragrance O De L'orangerie.
An exquisite combination of orange zest and flowers, neroli oil, cedar bark create a unique feeling of freshness of a fragrant garden. Treat yourself to a walk in the shade of dense foliage, feel the warmth and freshness of a summer day.
Pure White Linen Light Breeze EDP, Estee Lauder
Juicy citrus notes of white grapefruit, orange peel and bergamot echo in this bright and fresh fragrance.
Eau du Soir, Sisley
Refined, elegant and timeless, Eau du Soir Eau de Parfum captivates all women, for it exudes femininity, charm and seduction, at any moment of the day. Built on the contrasts of the richest olfactory range, Eau du Soir gradually reveals its sophisticated accords, perfectly balancing the freshness of citrus notes, the sensuality of floral and chypre echoes, and the deep sound of amber and musk.
Eaudemoiselle de Givenchy Eau Fraiche, Givenchy
Aroma: Sparkling notes of lemon, bergamot and mandarin are refreshing.
Turkish rose and orange blossom at the heart of the fragrance envelops with a floral veil.
Musk in the base notes adds sensuality, softness and depth to the fragrance.
As a child, I loved tea with bergamot. But the fact that bergamot is a citrus, and not a herb like mint or thyme, I, to my shame, found out when I became interested in perfumery. Bergamot, whose golden yellow thick skin is rich in essential oils, is one of the frequent components of citrus fragrances. He is often accompanied by lemon, tangerine and red grapefruit. Citrus fruits are perhaps one of the most ancient perfume ingredients, which is not surprising given the many amazing properties of their essential oils, from antiseptic to psychotherapeutic.
In its pure form, citrus notes are rarely used. As a rule, they are "assigned" to play the top notes, relegating the floral, woody or spicy notes to the role of the heart and base. In such fragrances, citruses are the first thing that our nose hears (and often this determines not quite the right impression of the fragrance as a whole). It is better to get acquainted with citrus aromas (most often we are talking about flower-citrus, fruit-citrus or spicy-citrus) without haste. Let the fragrance live on your skin before you give your verdict. The first impression of most fragrances is wrong. For citrus aromas, this rule is doubly true.
Speaking of misperceptions. Today, fragrances with citrus notes are often undeservedly bypassed, considered too “simple” or even associated with household chemicals. Believe me, expensive citrus aromas have nothing in common with the smells of chemical lemon. I propose to fight stereotypes together with the right examples.
Orange mood: Eau de Mandarine Ambree, Hermes
What do you associate tangerines with? I bet happy holidays. New Year, gifts under the tree, and a scattering of fresh tangerines on the table. Oh, how fresh crusts smell! The very mischievous fragrance Eau de Mandarine Ambree from Hermes evokes approximately the same associations. Aroma-hooligan - in the first chord it sounds like you ate tangerines and, as in childhood, accidentally smeared with its juice. You don't have to wait for some kind of disclosure, however. The fragrance is relatively simple: Hermes perfumers, as always, are not ready to reveal all the secrets of the olfactory pyramid of fragrance, declaring only three main components - mandarin, passion fruit and amber. But in this simplicity lies its non-triviality. If you want a holiday - get it and sign it.
By the way, Eau de Mandarine Ambree is one of five such “mono” fragrances released in cologne concentration. And this is part of the concept of the Les Parfums Nouvelles family: to give the opportunity to concentrate on a certain moment. "Moment" is the key word. Don't expect longevity from Eau de Mandarine Ambree. The aroma of tangerines will not haunt you all day. That's why he's beautiful. Bright, juicy, hooligan, but at the same time unobtrusive. In the end, if you want to extend the charm of the holiday, you can make a new "zilch".
Mandarin, passion fruit, amber.
For whom: for her (and a little for him)
Peonies and citruses: Eau Florale, Victorinox Swiss Army
The rose has thorns, and the Swiss brand Victorinox, famous for its folding (and not only) knives, has a perfume line, which this year has replenished, if we are not mistaken, the 16th fragrance in a row. Eau Florale is, of course, a celebration of the soul, and a young one at that (and this is not about age, but about inner self-awareness). A tangerine-currant explosion of emotions (with an admixture of pink grapefruit), mixed with bright peonies, jasmine and violet flowers - it's hard to say what is more in this perfume, ─ flowers or citruses. All these fresh sparkling notes end up beautifully set on a sensual base of cedar, white musk and cashmeran. It reveals itself on the skin very individually, but it definitely deserves at least a “zatest” (as aromaholics like to say).
The composition includes aromatic notes mandarin, blackcurrant, peach, pink grapefruit, peony, jasmine, violet, cashmeran, cedar, white musk.
For whom: for her
Lemons and Lilies: Agua de Loewe Ella, Loewe
Loewe created a perfumery ode to flowers and green citruses in 2009. Lemon, bergamot and kumquat are clearly audible in it. But they sound soft, even delicate, for which, of course, you should thank the water and garden lilies. Delicate, transparent, fresh floral-citrus fleur. Romantic and unobtrusive, the fragrance will perfectly fit into any dress code.
The composition includes aromatic notes kumquat, lemon, bergamot, water lily, rose petals, passionflower, bourbon pepper, Moroccan cedar, musk and sandalwood from Mysore (India).
For whom: for her
Jasmine in Lemon Peel: Alien Eau Sublime, Mugler
One of the most beautiful "aliens" of the Thierry Mugler perfume line. The trademark "jasmine" base, which is found in the entire Alien line, sounds here against the backdrop of citrus fruits: lemon, orange and tangerine. The fragrance has a frankly citrus start, which is confusing, but the next minute, luxurious white flowers of Arabian jasmine open on the skin in a sweet and sour haze of lemon peel with vanilla.
The composition includes aromatic notes lemon, Arabic jasmine, orange, mandarin, galbanum, heliotrope, tare, cherry blossom, orange blossom, cashmeran, vetiver, white amber and vanilla.
For whom: for her
Orange and dot: Totem Orange, Kenzo
Orange. Sassy, real, juicy red citrus. A fragrance that uplifts the mood and evokes persistent associations with the main holiday of the year (even despite the absence of mandarin notes in the pyramid). Kenzo has always succeeded in perfume provocations. This fragrance is no exception. It is persistently addictive: the hand itself reaches for the bottle whenever it is cloudy outside the window and the soul asks for a portion of positive.
The composition includes aromatic notes bitter orange, lemon, lemon blossom, fig tree, peach, vetiver, white cedar and cocoa.
For whom: for her and for him
It doesn't exist, but it exists: Pomelo Fizz, Comptoir Sud Pacifique
(Not) believe what is written: inside the bottle with an orange sticker, the juicy pulp of the pomelo is really hiding, even if completely different notes are responsible for this olfactory illusion. Surprisingly, the combination of grapefruit and blackcurrant gives a complete feeling that somewhere nearby someone secretly ate the sweet pomelo fruit. A 100% citrusy, joyful perfume, new in 2017, which you should definitely get to know better.
The composition includes aromatic notes bergamot, grapefruit, blackcurrant, tangerine, orange blossom, artemisia, musk, myrrh and amber.
For whom: for her and for him
Tactful Mandarin: Mandarine, Il Profvmo
Powerful mandarin, unobtrusive, not sillage, sitting close to the skin, mixed with woody notes. Not sweet, not bitter. Such a very sedate perfume. Unisex in its purest form - elegantly sounds on a woman, elegantly - on a man. And he is also a great option for experiments on layering, where he will be assigned the role of a base.
The composition includes aromatic notes tangerine, orange blossom, lychee, heliotrope, calicanth, sweet mint and atlas cedar.
For whom: for her and for him
Tea with Bergamot: Aqua Allegoria Bergamote Calabria, Guerlain
Bright sonorous bergamot, green tea with lemon and ginger, fresh and spicy at the same time (due to all that combination of ginger and citrus notes). Perhaps a little more masculine than stated (“unisex” is a relative term), a little more brutal than other citrus fragrances in our selection. Perhaps you should start your acquaintance with this novelty of 2017 from Guerlain, inhaling the fragrance from the skin of the man you love.
The composition includes aromatic notes Calabrian bergamot, petitgrain, cardamom, ginger, white musk.
For whom: for her and for him
citrus flavors
Summer is the time for invigorating and bright perfume compositions! Citrus aromas will help you recharge with positive emotions and cheer up in the hot summer. Sparkling and refreshing notes of orange, tangerine, grapefruit, lemon, lime and bergamot perfectly lift your spirits and keep you in good shape throughout the day. Citrus fragrances of perfumes are represented not only by fruits, but also by plants that smell like citruses, such as verbena and orange blossom.
Peculiarities
The smell of citrus has always been held in high esteem by perfumers. The only downside to citrus scents is that they don't last very long. The fact is that citrus essential oils evaporate very quickly, and therefore we always hear their smell at the beginning of a perfume composition, and then it is replaced by other chords - floral, spicy, fruity or woody. Therefore, if you want to buy citrus perfumes, it is better to take a closer look at their pyramid, so that an hour after application, the aroma of the selected perfume will not bring disappointment. Citrus aromas are chosen by cheerful, active and self-confident people. As a rule, these are light and unobtrusive everyday compositions. However, there are also evening citrus scents that provide depth and richness through enticing sweet or warm spicy notes.
Examples
Every year, the perfume world is replenished with hundreds of citrus novelties. This family, along with the floral, can be called the most extensive in perfumery, because citrus notes are found in many compositions. A prime example of a citrus unisex fragrance is Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford. Exciting, daring and optimistic perfume is filled with the delicate fragrance of neroli and the explosive energy of bergamot and mandarin.
The fair sex can take a closer look at "Saharienne" from Yves Saint Laurent - a citrus perfume for women, released in 2011. A complex and refined aroma will give its owner the unobtrusive sweetness of tangerines, bergamot astringency and lemon sourness. An unusually bright composition charges with a positive mood and inspires new discoveries. And, of course, you should pay attention to the cult line Aqua Allegoria from Guerlain, namely the composition "Orange Magnifica" - an incredibly natural and surprisingly airy fragrance that makes you feel closer to nature.
"Dior Homme Cologne 2013" by Dior is a men's citrus perfume. The sensational, one might say cult fragrance is now at the peak of popularity. The unobtrusive and light composition of this perfume will reveal to its owner the delicious smell of Calabrian bergamot combined with grapefruit flower and musk. This citrus scent for men is a great option for everyday use on hot summer days. "Aqua Earth Homme" by Masaki Matsushima is another refreshing citrus fragrance for the stronger sex. The composition of the fragrance excites with a bright citrus cocktail combined with notes of sea water, mint and patchouli.
Citrus fruits are known to uplift the mood. Pleasant taste, a large amount of vitamins and, of course, the smell of the pulp or peel of tangerines, lemons, grapefruits invigorate, make you look ahead with a smile and love of life. This explains the popularity of citrus notes in perfumery.
Most often, such smells are used as a fresh initial chord. Fruits of this type can give a sour, exotic shade, a feeling of juiciness or bitterness. Today, the consumer is offered purely citrus fragrances, citrus-floral, citrus-gourmand, citrus-chypre and other perfumes.
Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Series
This collection of the famous perfume house contains a whole scattering of citrus perfumes of various shades that deserve close attention.
(female)
The attractive grapefruit opens with fresh bitterness and unsweetened juiciness. These notes sound especially pleasant when surrounded by the following neighbors: bergamot, supporting the citrus theme, neroli, blackcurrant leaves and buds, responsible for a slight astringency of the composition, and the sweet warmth of vanilla and patchouli in the drydown.
(female)
Launched in 2005, far from frivolous, this expertly crafted feminine fragrance contains a whole vase of citrus. A delicious ripe orange starts in a trio with clementine and bergamot. The sweet and sour start sprouts with white flowers of neroli and jasmine.
Toward the end, you can hear the base on amber from a mixture of notes of almond with its confectionery bitterness and dry cedar.
(female)
Delicate, unsharp, vibrant and fresh, Guerlain Pedigree Lemon can put in place many modern fragrances designed with a claim to luxury. The characteristic smell is set off by anise and bergamot. Fans of the fragrance talk about its versatility, delicious naturalness, excellent decorative sound.
Jo Malone Grapefruit (Unisex)
This perfume is not at all frivolous and not lightweight. It is not very suitable for romantic dates, although your soulmate will surely like it. Jo Malone Grapefruit creates an aura of purity, self-confidence, certainty and intelligence.
The main notes of the fragrance are grapefruit, mint, rosemary and capsicum. An experienced nose can smell jasmine and tangerine in the pyramid. The sillage stays close to the skin and is formed by vetiver, patchouli and oakmoss.
(unisex)
Lightweight CK One is able to charge with optimism both people of different sexes and people of different ages. It belongs to the group of citrus fougere, but in addition to an optimistic accentuated citrus-fruity start with a hint of exotic (tangerine, pineapple, papaya), the perfume includes notes of greenery and a rich floral bouquet (lily of the valley, violet, jasmine, rose).
There are also spices in the palette, represented by soft nutmeg and cardamom. By the end of the opening of the perfume, an additional volume is organized by the base with a strict character of amber, musk, sandalwood, oak moss and cedar.
(female)
A great option for the hottest summer days, this fragrance gives the full sensation of a savory icy citrus waterfall. From the gentle smell of honeysuckle, the perfume becomes more feminine, magical, fragile; and basil is responsible for the light spicy piquancy that can be seen in a bitter heart. Vetiver, sandalwood and moss form an unsweetened noble trail.
(unisex)
Classic cologne launched in 1916. Since then, the army of his admirers and admirers has only been growing, so original, successful and proportionately verified was the mixture of rosemary, lavender, citruses, amber and white musk.
The perfume is somewhat rough and harsh at the beginning, but the tint content of rose and jasmine notes allows you to try it on yourself and the weak half of humanity.
(husband.)
This perfume belongs to the group of citrus sweets. It is impossible not to note its gourmet orientation. A delicious combination of blood orange and praline, complemented by patchouli and vanilla in the base, has no cloying sweetness and is regarded as truly masculine. The fragrance is bright, not conservative and charismatic. It would not be superfluous to recall that Ultrared is a couples perfume, and there is a female version of it.
(female)
Perky, optimistic, tasty youth cocktail. The first impression of him is mixed with notes of Curacao liqueur and bergamot. It is the liquor that gives a bitter citrus flavor, since a special variety of oranges is used in its manufacture.
The flower heart is designed in jasmine-peony-orchid motifs; it is sweet, fragrant with exoticism and soft tenderness. The trail - made of high-quality delicate musk, wood and vanilla - will not suffocate you with sweetness and will not be overly intrusive.
(husband.)
Citrus fougere Eau Sauvage by Christian Dior was created in 1966. But, despite its considerable age, the fragrance is absolutely modern. Fresh juicy citrus sits on a bed of freshly cut grass; the composition is enriched with notes of wood, spices, beautiful jasmine and cloves. The perfume is long lasting and sits close to the skin.
(female)
An interesting and unhackneyed women's perfume with a very high quality composition. The citrus-tangerine whirlwind from a sharp start becomes softer, moving into woody notes, and then into a vanilla-mossy base. The author of both Dior perfumes described is Edmond Rudnitska.
Among other aromas with the smell of citrus, one can note with a mix of tangerines, grapefruits, bergamot on a honey base; sincere, joyful and sonorous Clinique Happy.
Perhaps it's time to recharge your batteries with these aromas?
Citrus fragrances in perfumery are created on the basis of essential oils of citrus fruits - bergamot, lemon, mandarin, grapefruit, etc., combined with a note of bitter orange flowers. These components define the main chord of the citrus family. Floral, woody, and spicy notes can also be added to the main chord.
It is in this family that all the first colognes are found, starting ... with "Eau de Lubin" (1798) from Luben, "Gold Medal Cologne" (1799) from Atkinson, "Jean-Marie Farina" (1806) from Roger & Galle , "Eau De Cologne Imp?rial" (1853) from Guerlain. All fragrances in which citrus fruits play the most important role can be divided into subgroups: citrus fruits proper, citrus floral-chypre, spicy-citrus, woody-citrus, citrus with aromatic substances.
Actually citrus fruits are "Eau De Patou" from Patou, "Eau Folle" from Laroche.
Citrus floral-chypre - the citrus note remains the main one in them, but at the same time it finds its continuation in the floral chord, in which the marquise of flowers - jasmine is necessarily present, and these fragrances end with a woody or moss trail. For example, women's fragrances are "Eau De Rochas" by Rocha, "De Lanc?m" by Lancome and men's - "Bravas" by Shiseido, "Eau De Cologne d" Herm?s" by Ermes, "Monsieur Lanven" by Lanvin.
Another subgroup - spicy-citrus - in these fragrances, cloves, nutmeg, pepper, vanilla are a frequent ingredient ("Cacharel Pour Homme" from Cacharel, "Super Est?e" from Estee Lauder).
There are also woody-citrus fruits - these are aromas with the obligatory presence of woody notes, the floral smell is hardly noticeable, but woody notes are especially strong in them. And another subgroup is the citrus subgroup with aromatic ingredients such as cumin, rosemary, mint, marjoram ("Eau De Courr?ges" by Courrèges, "Eau Cendr?e" by Jacomot).
All the above mentioned fragrances were created 20-30 or more years ago, but still continue to be loved.
Eau de Patou by Jean Patou is a women's fragrance in which the main chords belong to citrus. They are both in the top notes and in the heart of the fragrance. The fragrance was released in 1976. Perfumer: Jean Kerleo. Top notes: citrus; middle notes: honeysuckle, pepper, orange blossom, nasturtium, ylang-ylang; base notes: civet, amber, musk, and oakmoss.
"Eau Folle" by Guy Laroche - women's fragrance. Launched in 1970. The fragrance features citrus, green notes, florals and leather.
"Eau de Rochas" from Rochas - women's fragrance. Released in 1970. Top notes include vibrant citrus notes, including lime, mandarin orange, grapefruit, bergamot, and basil. Heart notes - jasmine, narcissus, wild rose, coriander, patchouli. This whole orchestra is completed by warm chords of sandalwood, oakmoss, amber and musk.
Eau de Cologne Hermes Herm's is a fragrance for men and women. Released in 1979.
The composition contains tangerine, mango, bergamot, papaya, coriander, basil, mint, rosemary, honeysuckle, lavender, orange leaves, neroli, lily of the valley. And the notes of the loop are a warm cloud of sandalwood, patchouli, musk, white cedar and oak moss. The fragrance is sunny, as if sparkling with all the colors of the rainbow.
"estee" from Est?e Lauder - women's fragrance. Released in 1968.
The composition contains top notes: aldehydes, lemon, peach, coriander, tuberose, lily, raspberry, ylang-ylang; heart notes: lily of the valley, rose, carnation, honey, orris root, jasmine; base notes: sandalwood, cedarwood, oak moss and styrax.
And here are the fragrances that were released relatively recently. Citrus fruits also occupy a worthy place in them.
Flowerbomb("flower bomb" or "flower explosion") by Viktor & Rolf. This is an incredible explosion - an explosion of flowers and citrus fruits, an explosion of freshness. The composition of the fragrance is not quite usual. There is no strictly outlined "pyramid" in the aroma. But in it there is a complete harmony of all notes, brought together and representing a single chord - a chord of beauty and perfection. All notes of bergamot, orange, rose, jasmine, orchid, freesia, tuberose and patchouli, tea and musk are a colorful symphony of sounds.
"Original Santal" from the brand Creed. Created in 2005, and immediately won its rightful place among the best fragrances for men. This is a deep and sophisticated perfume. Perfume is an aristocrat created for strong men. Captivating aromas of Indian sandalwood, spices and spices give the fragrance a mystery, while brightness and energy - a daring shade of orange wood and rosemary, softness - aromas of lavender and ginger. The base has sweet and warm notes of vanilla and tonka bean.
"154", by Jo Malone
This is a unisex cologne. Created in 2001. A perfume admired by many men and women. For women, it creates charm and charm, for men - charm. A fragrance for those who appreciate harmony and beauty. The composition contains bergamot, grapefruit, mandarin, lavender, guaiac wood, patchouli, sandalwood, vanilla, basil, nutmeg, vetiver, wormwood, musk.
"Aqua di Roma", by Laura Biagiotti. Eau de toilette for women. The fragrance was created in 2004. An unusually light, delicate, charming fragrance of spring and summer. It feels bright notes of lemon and noble woody motifs. Perfume for charming women. The composition contains bergamot, mandarin orange, lemon, herbal greens, sweetness of berries, rose, tuberose, mimosa, honeysuckle, vanilla, sandalwood, wood and.
These are such different and not similar citrus aromas. From our own experience, each of us knows that the scent of perfume can excite, create pleasant emotions and memories. Surround yourself with your favorite citrus scents. Let them bring a blooming garden, a spring meadow into your life, create an upbeat and lyrical mood.
