HM Eau de Parfum bottle HM
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1997 Year 2009
££ Price Tier ££
Frescor de Castanha Eau de Parfum bottle Frescor de Castanha

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - HM
This 90s gem is a divisive one. For some, it's a nostalgic, unique gourmand citrus with amazing performance. For others, it's a synthetic mess, too feminine, or just a sweet lemon bomb. Give it a whirl if you like a playful surprise, but probably not a safe blind buy.
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Our Verdict - Frescor de Castanha
A creamy, nutty hug in a bottle that's perfect for everyday comfort, though many lament its whisper-soft presence. It's a refillable, eco-conscious choice for those who prefer their scents subtle and universally appealing.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 17%
Floral 29% 31%
Fruity 7% 4%
Green 14% 12%
Sweet 25% 18%
Warm 5% 1%
Woody 9% 11%
Earthy 10% 7%
Animalic 2% 9%
Fresh 19% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
HM EdP
Frescor de Castanha EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 33% vs 15%
Lavender 22% vs 22%
Green 18% vs 15%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 27% vs 34%
Only in Frescor de Castanha
Ylang-Ylang 31%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 12% vs 19%
Cedar 11% vs 15%
Oakmoss 11% vs 14%

Accords

HM Frescor de Castanha
100%
Vanilla
77%
Woody
100%
61%
White Floral
91%
86%
Citrus
86%
76%
Aromatic
54%
71%
Powdery
67%
Musky
65%
63%
Sweet
62%
Fruity
60%
Amber
Nutty
60%
Green
58%
57%
Lavender
57%
100%
Woody shared
77%
100%
White Floral shared
61%
91%
Citrus shared
86%
86%
Aromatic shared
76%
54%
Powdery shared
71%
67%
65%
63%
62%
60%
60%
58%
Lavender shared
57%
57%

Performance

HM Frescor de Castanha
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

HM

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

HM is best suited for casual and date settings due to its noticeable sweetness and gourmand leaning, making it potentially too strong for formal events or the office. Its performance can be quite robust, which, while great for socialising, limits its versatility for more discreet situations.

Frescor de Castanha

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Spring Autumn

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its soft sillage and moderate longevity make it an excellent choice for office wear and casual outings, ensuring it won't overpower. The creamy, nutty accords aren't typically suited for formal events, but its understated nature prevents it from being out of place.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
88%
Accord
63%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, White Floral, Citrus accords and Sandalwood, Oakmoss notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

HM
Frescor de Castanha
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