Roja Parfums 2022 EDP

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Apex

by Roja Dove

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Roja Parfums Apex is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Roja Dove. Apex opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Cistus Incanus, Jasmine, and Pineapple, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Musk, Leather, and Amber. Roja Parfums's Apex carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Apex is a divisive beast: a modern, green chypre that pays homage to masculine classics without being a mere copy. Some find it old-fashioned or weak-performing, while many hail its quality and confident aroma. If you love classic green scents, you'll likely appreciate its sophisticated take.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
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Apex 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 Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its blend of classic masculinity and strong sillage makes it well-suited for formal and date nights, where its bold character can shine. It's too assertive for casual wear and far too heavy for sport, but its elegant side could work for some office environments if applied sparingly.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

About

Apex opens with a bright, zesty burst of citrus and a hint of sweet, tangy pineapple, quickly transitioning into a rich, aromatic heart of juniper and cistus. The dry down is where the true character emerges: a deeply woody and mossy foundation with prominent oakmoss, cypress, and earthy patchouli. Leathery undertones are interwoven with a boozy rum note, a touch of tobacco, and a musky, ambergris warmth, creating a complex, rugged, yet refined aroma.

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