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Herbes Troublantes Eau de Parfum bottle Herbes Troublantes EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2021 Year 2023
£££££ Price Tier £
Fresh As Citrus Eau de Parfum bottle Fresh As Citrus EDP
Our Verdict

Fresh As Citrus and Herbes Troublantes both deliver citrusy freshness, but diverge significantly in style and price. Fresh As Citrus leans into a vintage, sometimes polarizing, barbershop aesthetic with a strong, potentially challenging edge. Herbes Troublantes offers a refined, clean, and natural soapy experience, prioritizing quality over projection. The key difference lies in the overall experience: one is a bold statement, the other a subtle luxury. If you're seeking an affordable, attention-grabbing scent, go for Fresh As Citrus. If you prefer a high-end, understated clean fragrance, Herbes Troublantes is your pick.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Herbes Troublantes if...
  • You enjoy vintage barbershop scents.
  • You want a bold, attention-grabbing fragrance.
  • You're on a budget but still want a statement.
  • You appreciate a challenging, unique profile.
Choose Fresh As Citrus if...
  • You prefer subtle, clean, and soapy scents.
  • You value natural, high-quality ingredients.
  • Price is not a primary concern.
  • You want a refined, understated fragrance.
Our Verdict - Herbes Troublantes EDP
This is a lovely, fresh-out-the-shower scent, clean and bright, but don't expect beastly performance for the price. It's a high-class soap experience - a simple pleasure that some find overpriced, and others adore for its exquisite natural quality.
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Our Verdict - Fresh As Citrus EDP
This one's a proper divisive scent; you'll either love its vintage citrus barbershop vibe or find it reeks of lemon Pledge and curry packet. Not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get it' will champion its old-school charm.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Herbes Troublantes EDP
Fresh As Citrus EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 50% vs 33%
Only in Herbes Troublantes
Green 50%
Only in Fresh As Citrus
Lemon 33% Lemon Verbena 33%
Only in Herbes Troublantes
Musk 100%

Accords

Herbes Troublantes Fresh As Citrus
100%
Green
40%
93%
Citrus
100%
76%
Musky
57%
Powdery
Aromatic
52%
51%
Fresh Spicy
44%
47%
Sweet
45%
Animalic
Herbal
39%
Green shared
100%
40%
Citrus shared
93%
100%
76%
57%
52%
Fresh Spicy shared
51%
44%
47%
45%
39%

Performance

Herbes Troublantes Fresh As Citrus
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Herbes Troublantes

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh, and subtle nature makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings, as many reviews highlight its inoffensive character. While some freshies excel in sport, this scent's low sillage and high price-point make it less suited for intense activity.

Fresh As Citrus

Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its bold, somewhat polarising citrus and barbershop character make it a bit much for formal or intimate office settings, but the fresh and aromatic facets lend themselves well to casual or outdoor use. The dry-down's unique musky warmth could work for a relaxed date, if your companion appreciates something a bit different.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
14%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, fresh spicy, green

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Herbes Troublantes EDP
Fresh As Citrus EDP
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