Caswell-Massey 2018 EDC

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Number Six

by Laurent Le Guernec

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Caswell-Massey Number Six is a Cologne launched in 2018, created by Laurent Le Guernec. Number Six opens with Bergamot, Neroli, and Rosemary, settles into a heart of Amber, Clove, and Dried Rose, and dries down to a base of Lavender and Clean Musk. Caswell-Massey's Number Six carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a proper historical head-scratcher; either a surprisingly wearable classic or a disappointing relic that's past its prime. Expect a fresh, clean opening that settles into something more complex, but don't expect it to stick around all day.
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  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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Number Six Cologne 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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its clean and fresh profile, make it suitable for office and casual wear without being overpowering. While some appreciate its classic character for formal settings, its generally light performance and 'old-school' vibe might not suit every formal occasion.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • 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
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli

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

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About

Number Six opens with a bright, bracing burst of bergamot and neroli, underpinned by an aromatic kick of rosemary that gives it an immediate sense of fresh tradition. As it settles, a warm, spiced heart emerges with clove and a subtle, dried rose, adding depth without becoming heavy. The dry down is a clean, comforting affair of lavender and a soft, lingering musk, conjuring a sense of understated elegance.

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