L'Erbolario EDP

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Assenzio

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L'Erbolario Assenzio is an Eau de Parfum. Assenzio opens with Lemon, Orange, and Wormwood, settles into a heart of Lavender, Cardamom, Coriander, and Artemisia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Patchouli, and Geranium. L'Erbolario's Assenzio carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A divisive herbal musk that some adore for its clean, natural charm and powdery dry-down, while others find its opening too sharp or reminiscent of old-school bathroom essentials. It's a comforting, unique fragrance that shines for those seeking a tranquil, green fresh scent.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Soft
  • Subtle
Assenzio Eau de Parfum 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 Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and often subtle sillage makes it well-suited for casual wear, office environments, and even post-sport refreshment. While it has good longevity, it's generally not a powerhouse, preventing it from being too attention-grabbing for formal events, though its relaxed vibe allows for intimate date settings.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • 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

Opens with an invigorating burst of wormwood and bright citrus, leading into an aromatic heart of lavender, artemisia, cardamom, and coriander, creating a distinct herbal tapestry. The journey culminates in a warm, musky base with hints of cedar, patchouli, and a soft, powdery touch of benzoin and carnation, offering a clean and soothing finish. Expect a green, fresh, and subtly spicy evolution, far from a bitter edge.

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