Esencia
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Cedrus
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
If Aventus had a smoother, more refined sibling with a taste for the outdoors, this would be it. A true 'gentleman's Aventus' that many say outshines the original, this is a crowd-pleaser for those who appreciate natural, quality ingredients. Just don't expect beast-mode performance.
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 | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 7% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 19% | 10% |
| Sweet | 4% | 6% |
| Warm | 0% | 13% |
| Woody | 37% | 56% |
| Earthy | 40% | 32% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 11% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and natural, fresh-woody profile make it highly versatile for daily wear, including the office. While elegant enough for formal settings, its lack of 'beast mode' projection might be understated for a big event. It's a fantastic everyday reach, but not ideal for sport due to its more composed character.
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 Sandalwood, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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