Rochas 1999 EDT

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Man

by Maurice Roucel

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Rochas Man is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1999, created by Maurice Roucel. Man opens with Bergamot and Lavender, settles into a heart of Cedar, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Rochas's Man carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This 90s gourmand classic is a surprisingly divisive choice, with many praising its unique coffee and vanilla blend, while others bemoan its frustratingly poor performance and sometimes synthetic feel. It's a cheap thrill, if you can get past the quirks.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Masculine
  • Cozy
  • Modern
  • Sweet
  • Sophisticated
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Man Eau de Toilette 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and smooth, warm gourmand profile make it suitable for casual wear and intimate settings like dates. However, its perceived poor longevity means it might be less ideal for formal events where a lasting impression is desired, and it's definitely not 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
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Rochas Man opens with a curious blend of fresh lavender and a whisper of bright bergamot, quickly softening into a creamy coffee heart. Hints of sweet raspberry and delicate white florals intertwine with warm vanilla and amber, supported by a smooth, woody base of sandalwood and patchouli, creating a cozy and inviting aroma.

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