Issey Miyake 2009 EDT

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A Scent by Issey Miyake

by Daphné Bugey

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Issey Miyake A Scent by Issey Miyake is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2009, created by Daphné Bugey. A Scent by Issey Miyake opens with Lemon, Galbanum, and Lemon Verbena, settles into a heart of Hyacinth and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Cedar. Issey Miyake's A Scent by Issey Miyake carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This green, fresh powerhouse is a divisive blast of invigorating nature. Opinion is split between a clean, zen-like experience and an overpowering, soapy assault. Not for the faint-hearted or those who dislike strong green notes.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Bold
  • Modern
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A Scent by Issey Miyake Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Galbanum33%
Lemon33%
Lemon Verbena33%
Heartas listed
Hyacinth50%
Jasmine50%
Baseas listed
Cedar100%

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:
Casual Sport

Its potent projection and impressive longevity, frequently mentioned in reviews, might be a bit much for a formal setting or close office quarters. However, its refreshing green and citrus profile makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in warmer weather, and even post-sport to feel revitalised.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

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

A Scent opens with a sharp, vibrant burst of lemon and galbanum, instantly transporting you to a dew-kissed meadow. This intense green freshness quickly intertwines with the delicate, ethereal sweetness of hyacinth and the subtle clarity of jasmine. As it settles, a clean, slightly woody cedar note emerges, grounding the lively top and heart. It's truly a breath of fresh, crisp air in a bottle.

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