Man Glacial Essence
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2015 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
XXIV Carat Gold
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive freshie. While some praise its 'icy' character and clean musk drydown, many find it generic and lament its poor performance. It's a safe choice, but don't expect groundbreaking originality or beast-mode projection.
This one is a total shape-shifter: a green, woody fragrance that some swear smells like vetiver-heavy Chanel Sycomore, while others find it a weak, uninspired imitation. Expect a polarising scent that's either 'phenomenal' or 'poorly blended' - there's no middle ground here.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 0% |
| Floral | 12% | 17% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 16% | 13% |
| Sweet | 7% | 10% |
| Warm | 14% | 16% |
| Woody | 36% | 35% |
| Earthy | 10% | 8% |
| Animalic | 9% | 4% |
| Fresh | 17% | 23% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and often subtle projection makes it perfect for office wear or casual daily use. While some find it too generic for dates or formal events, its invigorating nature makes it suitable for sport, especially in warmer weather.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its formal, almost austere woody profile makes it ideal for formal events and can work in an office, provided it’s not oversprayed. While some find its projection intimate, others report strong performance, making office wear a careful balance. It's too refined for casual or sport settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Juniper, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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