Natura 1995 EDP

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Essencial Masculino

by Véronique Dupont

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Natura Essencial Masculino is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1995, created by Véronique Dupont. Essencial Masculino opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Jasmine, Geranium, and Rosemary, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Natura's Essencial Masculino carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This Brazilian classic is a time-tested fougere that's still relevant. It's often compared to Drakkar Noir but with a smoother, more citrusy, and less dated appeal, making it a generally well-loved crowd-pleaser.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Fresh
Essencial Masculino 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and generally refined, clean scent profile make it excellent for office and casual wear without being overbearing. While some find its performance to be less than extreme, it's widely regarded as versatile and appropriate for various situations, including dates and semi-formal events.

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

  • Eugenol from Nutmeg
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Certified by Cruelty Free International · Check the register · We last checked Sept 2026 Cruelty Free International certification mark

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About

Essencial Masculino opens with a vibrant burst of fresh citrus from bergamot and grapefruit, quickly followed by an invigorating medley of lavender, basil, and spicy nutmeg. The heart introduces a sophisticated blend of earthy patchouli, aromatic rosemary, and clean jasmine. It settles into a warm, creamy base of sandalwood and cedar, with hints of resinous fir and a touch of musky amber, defining its classic woody-aromatic character.

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