Masaki Matsushima 2005 EDP

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Masaki Matsushima M is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2005. M opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Iris, and Watermelon, and dries down to a base of Musk. Masaki Matsushima's M carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

A divisive fruity-musk that's either a clean, playful summer essential or a woody, slightly masculine misfire. Definitely try before you buy.
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  • Playful
  • Clean
  • Soft
  • Luxurious
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M 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its moderate projection and fresh, clean profile make it suitable for close-quarters like the office or casual outings. While not a powerhouse, its unique character could work for a relaxed daytime date.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

M by Masaki Matsushima opens with a vibrant, juicy burst of litchi, apricot, and mandarin, brightened by zesty lemon and grapefruit. As it settles, a clean, almost aquatic watermelon note emerges, complemented by a subtle woody accord and the soft, powdery whisper of iris. The dry down is a gentle, persistent musk, ensuring a fresh and airy finish that lingers delicately on the skin.

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