L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau & Cèdre Intense
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Cedrus
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A minimalist fusion of vibrant cedar, fresh spice, and earthy woods, Eau & Cèdre is quietly assertive yet refreshingly clean. An understated masculine staple for lovers of modern woody scents.
Cedrus offers clean, woody freshness with undeniable elegance, though its subtle presence is often criticised. A divisive scent, some hail it as a signature, while others lament its fleeting performance and whisper-soft sillage. Try before you buy, but expect understated chic.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 7% | 10% |
| Sweet | 7% | 6% |
| Warm | 26% | 13% |
| Woody | 49% | 56% |
| Earthy | 25% | 32% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 11% | 3% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The sparkling cardamom and grapefruit freshness suit spring and mild summer days, while the earthy, woody cedar and vetiver base excel in crisp autumn air. Less suited to winter cold due to its moderate warmth and projection.
Occasions
Its refined woods and subtle projection make it ideal for casual wear and the office, with enough freshness for dates. Not too bold or sweet for formal black-tie or sporty settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, inoffensive, and often described 'skin-like' nature makes it perfect for office environments and casual wear where subtlety is key. However, its generally poor longevity and intimate projection mean it struggles for impact on dates or formal events, despite its elegant composition.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Earthy, Aromatic accords and Vetiver, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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