Kenzo 2009 Cologne

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Power Cologne

by Olivier Polge

Kenzo Power Cologne is a Cologne launched in 2009, created by Olivier Polge. The fragrance opens with Lemon Verbena, Cardamom, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Pepper, Geranium, and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Cedar, and Tolu Balsam.

Our verdict on Power Cologne: Favourite

Kenzo Power Cologne is a surprisingly divisive scent that some hail as a masterpiece, while others dismiss it as smelling like body odour. It’s a clean yet spicy floral-aromatic that, despite its name, performs admirably for a cologne.
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  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
  • Masculine
  • Elegant
Power Cologne Cologne bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19%
Floral 9%
Fruity 1%
Green 13%
Sweet 9%
Warm 30%
Woody 17%
Earthy 9%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Fresh Spicy
87%
Warm Spicy
83%
Citrus
79%
Amber
61%

Notes

Top Notes

Lemon Verbena 41% Bergamot 30% Cardamom 29%

Heart Notes

Pepper 38% Geranium 33% Coriander 29%

Base Notes

Tolu Balsam 49% Vetiver 26% Cedar 25%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its blend of freshness and subtle spices makes it versatile for office and casual wear. The moderate sillage and decent longevity for a 'cologne' ensure it's not overpowering, yet still present enough for most occasions.

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About

Opening with a zesty, green burst of lemon verbena and bergamot, Kenzo Power Cologne quickly introduces the warmth of cardamom and spicy black pepper. Geranium adds a gentle floral touch, leading to a powdery, warm base of tolu balsam, vetiver, and cedar. It's a sophisticated interplay of fresh and spicy, with an underlying woody-amber depth.

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