L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake

Aromatic Aquatic · 1994 · Tier: designer · Approx $85

The office standard for 30 years. Clean, inoffensive, quietly nice.

The psychology

The gold standard of 'showered.' Zero risk, zero drama, zero complaints.

Notes

Top: Yuzu, Bergamot, Tarragon · Heart: Lily-of-the-Valley, Nutmeg, Cinnamon · Base: Sandalwood, Cedar, Musk

Performance

  • Warmth: 4 / 10
  • Depth: 5 / 10
  • Sweetness: 3 / 10
  • Projection: 5 / 10
  • Longevity: ~6 hours

Wears well for

work, daily

Mood

fresh, clean, understated, gentle

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