Bvlgari 2020 EDP

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Man Glacial Essence

by Alberto Morillas

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Bvlgari Man Glacial Essence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Alberto Morillas. Man Glacial Essence opens with Geranium, Ginger, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Iris, and Artemisia, and dries down to a base of Clearwood, Musk, and Cedar. Bvlgari's Man Glacial Essence carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

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.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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Man Glacial Essence Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Juniper43%
Ginger31%
Geranium25%
Heartas listed
Sandalwood35%
Artemisia33%
Iris32%
Baseas listed
Clearwood38%
Musk36%
Cedar26%

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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

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.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

About

Imagine a brisk, clean wind whipping through a juniper forest, carrying hints of spicy ginger and green geranium. This initially sharp, invigorating freshness settles into a smooth, musky warmth, with soft orris and rich sandalwood adding depth. A subtle woody base of cedar and clearwood lingers, creating a scent that's both pristine and comforting.

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