Issey Miyake 2010 EDT

M ££ Acquired

L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme Edition Bois

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme Edition Bois is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2010, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme Edition Bois opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Yuzu, settles into a heart of Mignonette, Geranium, Lily of the Valley, and Lotus, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Issey Miyake's L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme Edition Bois carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a bit of a head-scratcher. While some claim it's a beefed-up version of the original, others insist it's identical, just in fancy packaging. Either way, expect a potent, citrus-heavy punch that screams old-school aquatic.
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  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Clean
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L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme Edition Bois 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its potent projection and longevity, described as "beast mode" by some, make it less ideal for intimate settings like the office. However, its fresh citrus and aromatic profile lend itself well to casual wear and sports, while its intensity could be a bit much for very formal occasions. Dating is a toss-up; some find that "sex in a bottle" while others prefer something less assertive.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

An explosive opening of sharp yuzu and lemon verbena, backed by aromatic cypress and sage, quickly announces its presence. As the citrus mellows, a heart of subtle lily-of-the-valley and warm, spicy nutmeg emerges, preventing it from leaning too feminine. The base settles into a comfortable, musky-woody embrace of vetiver and cedar, creating a long-lasting, fresh, yet grounded aroma.

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