Jesús del Pozo 1996 Edp

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Esencia de Duende

by Alberto Morillas

Jesús del Pozo Esencia de Duende is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1996, created by Alberto Morillas. Esencia de Duende opens with Coriander, Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose, Lily Of The Valley, Jasmine, and Hyacinth, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cedar, and Mahogany. Jesús del Pozo's Esencia de Duende carries a Favourite verdict, a citrus-led wear.

This discontinued 'elf Juice' is a divisive one. Fans adore its ethereal magic and nostalgic charm, hailing it as a unique masterpiece. Critics, however, dismiss it as generic, too light, and lacking the oomph needed to stand out. It's truly a love-it-or-leave-it scent.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Bright
Esencia de Duende Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 23%
Floral 27%
Fruity 4%
Green 11%
Sweet 10%
Warm 6%
Woody 27%
Earthy 6%
Animalic 1%
Fresh 22%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Floral
78%
Woody
73%
Aromatic
69%
Fresh Spicy
65%

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot 28% Grapefruit 27% Mandarin 23% Coriander 22%

Heart Notes

Hyacinth 25% Lotus 24% Lily Of The Valley 20% Jasmine 18% Rose 13%

Base Notes

Cedar 29% Sandalwood 26% Vetiver 23% Mahogany 23%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it ideal for a casual day or office wear. While some find it romantic, its perceived poor longevity and limited sillage mean it struggles for impact in formal or date settings, often requiring frequent reapplication.

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About

Imagine stepping into a serene, sun-drenched forest where citrus groves meet dewy floral meadows. Esencia de Duende opens with a bright, crisp burst of bergamot, grapefruit, and mandarin, gently spiced by coriander. The heart blossoms into a watery floral blend of lotus, lily of the valley, and jasmine, with hints of hyacinth and rose adding delicate sweetness. It dries down to a clean, understated base of vetiver, sandalwood, cedar, and mahogany, evoking an earthy, woody resonance without ever feeling heavy.

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