Proraso 2017 EDC

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Cypress & Vetiver

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Proraso Cypress & Vetiver is a Cologne launched in 2017. Cypress & Vetiver opens with Bergamot and Cypress, settles into a heart of Cedar and Vetiver, and dries down to a base of Amber. Proraso's Cypress & Vetiver carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive yet intriguing, this is a clean, green vetiver for those who appreciate understated woody scents, especially if you're a fan of the 'barbershop' vibe. Some find it a dead ringer for Encre Noire, others claim it's far smoother. It's affordable, but its fleeting nature might frustrate.
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Cypress & Vetiver Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cypress66%
Bergamot34%
Heartas listed
Vetiver54%
Cedar46%
Baseas listed
Amber100%

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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

With moderate performance and a clean, fresh scent profile, this works well for casual daytime wear and could be appropriate for the office if applied lightly. Its subdued nature means it's less suited for formal events or dates where you might want more presence, but the fresh woodiness makes it a good choice for sport.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

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 a brisk, clean burst of bergamot, quickly joined by the fresh, slightly resinous aroma of cypress. As it settles, a dry, earthy vetiver takes centre stage, softened by the warm, woody embrace of cedar. The base slowly reveals a subtle, grounding amber, adding a touch of smooth depth without ever becoming heavy or sweet. It's a journey from crisp greenery to a comforting, masculine woodiness.

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