Aēsop 2020 EDP

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Rozu

by Barnabé Fillion

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Aēsop Rozu is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Barnabé Fillion. Rozu opens with Shiso, Bergamot, Bitter Orange, and Rose, settles into a heart of Guaiac Wood, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Aēsop's Rozu carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Rozu is a divisive, opinionated take on rose that either delivers a calming, woody freshness or a screechy disappointment, depending on your skin chemistry and batch luck. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent with a heavy dose of 'zen' for some, and faint whispers for others.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Mysterious
Rozu Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its subtle projection and calming woody-rose profile make it suitable for casual wear or intimate dates. While some find its performance fleeting, its natural, non-synthetic vibe could work in an office if applied lightly, though it's likely too understated for formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

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Ethics and formulation

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About

Opens with an intriguing, aromatic blend of green shiso and zesty bergamot, quickly followed by a nuanced, almost dry rose. As it settles, creamy sandalwood and earthy patchouli emerge, grounding the floral heart. A touch of smoky guaiac wood and clean musk adds depth, resulting in a contemplative, woody-floral skin scent with a dark edge.

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