Avon 2017 EDT

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Avon Man is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017. Man opens with Bergamot Leaf, Bergamot, and Pepper, settles into a heart of Lavender, Nutmeg, and Apple, and dries down to a base of Amber, Guaiac Wood, and Moss. Avon's Man carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This is a surprising crowd-pleaser from Avon, punching above its weight class. It's not groundbreaking, but if you want something reliable, masculine, and complimentary for everyday wear, this is a solid choice.
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Man Eau de Toilette 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
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate performance and broadly appealing profile make it excellent for office and casual settings, as noted by community reviews. While versatile for day or night, its lack of strong sillage means it might get lost in louder formal or club environments.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Eugenol from Nutmeg
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Moss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Certified by Cruelty Free International · Check the register · We last checked Sept 2026 Cruelty Free International certification mark

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About

Avon Man opens with a lively burst of citrusy bergamot and a punch of pepper, offering an immediate fresh-spicy kick. As it settles, a smooth blend of aromatic lavender and warm nutmeg emerges, softened by a touch of apple. The dry-down delivers a comforting base of woody guaiac wood, earthy moss, and rich amber, creating a well-rounded and distinctly masculine aroma.

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