Armaf 2018 EDP

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Surf

Name: Surf Eau de Parfum
Brand: Armaf

Armaf Surf is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Surf opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Green Notes, Lavender, Sage, and Rain, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, Guaiac Wood, and Oakmoss. Armaf's Surf carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Surf is a bit of a controversial one, with folks divided on its similarity to Invictus and its overall performance. Some find it a decent, affordable option for everyday wear, while others dismiss it as a weaker clone with disappointing longevity.

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Clean
Energetic
Subtle
Powdery
Feminine

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Inspired by

CH Men Sport by Carolina Herrera

69%

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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Topas listed

Lemon35%

Bergamot33%

Grapefruit32%

Heartas listed

Rain28%

Lavender26%

Green Notes23%

Sage23%

Baseas listed

Oakmoss28%

Guaiac Wood27%

Musk27%

Patchouli19%

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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Notes

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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 Summer

Also Works:

Fall

Community season votes for Carolina Herrera CH Men Sport, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office Date

Its fresh and clean profile, combined with reports of moderate projection and longevity, makes it suitable for casual wear and even the office. However, its lack of robust performance means it won't stand out for formal events or demanding date nights.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine a brisk, coastal breeze carrying the sharp zest of grapefruit, lemon, and bergamot, immediately invigorating your senses. This bright opening softens into a heart of aromatic lavender and fresh sage, touched by the clean, aqueous scent of rainwater. The base is an earthy anchor of patchouli and oakmoss, with a subtle woody resonance from guaiac wood and a hint of soft musk, giving it an understated, clean finish.

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