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Best Fall Fragrances for Men 2026: Armani, Dior & Prada
Explore autumn fragrance ideas from Armani Stronger With You Intensely, Dior Homme Intense and Prada Paradigme. Compare scent styles and choose the right perfume.
Gucci Guilty EDT Intense 2026: Salt, Lavender & Palo Santo
Discover Gucci Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Toilette Intense 2026: salty freshness, lavender and palo santo notes, bottle design and a practical buying guide.
7 Luxury Women's Perfumes for Winter 2026/2027: Which One Fits?
Explore seven luxury fragrances for winter: Givenchy, Armani, Dior, Chanel, Prada, YSL and Valentino, with comparisons, scent notes and verified ESSENSA product links.
Men’s Fragrances by Age: A Style Guide from Your 20s to 60+
Discover men's fragrances for every age and occasion, from Versace Dylan Blue and YSL MYSLF to Armani, Prada, Dior and Chanel. Practical advice for choosing your scent.
Best Designer Men's Fragrances 2026: Chanel, Prada, Valentino & Rabanne
Explore four designer fragrance families for men: Bleu de Chanel, Prada Luna Rossa Ocean, Valentino Born in Roma and Rabanne 1 Million. Find the right scent for your style.
Valentino Born in Roma Ruby Uomo 2026: Fragrance Notes & Review
Discover Valentino Born in Roma Ruby Uomo 2026, a limited-edition men's EDT featuring raspberry, lavender and creamy woods. Notes, character and styling.
Rabanne Fame Gummies 2026: Peachy Girl, Citrus Sweety & Marshmallow Baby
Discover Rabanne Fame Gummies 2026: three gourmand fragrances featuring peach, candied lemon and marshmallow. Compare their notes and find your favourite.
Prada Paradigme Le Parfum: A Luxurious Woody Men's Fragrance
Discover Prada Paradigme Le Parfum with Peru balsam, benzoin, guaiac wood, leathery vanilla and geranium. Shop 50ml and 100ml at ESSENSA.
Valentino Born in Roma Donna and Uomo Ivory: limited edition 2025
Valentino's limited-edition Born in Roma Donna and Uomo Ivory duo brings vanilla and smoky woods in an ivory bottle. Notes, design and who they suit.
Spicebomb Metallic Musk by Viktor&Rolf: Metallic Musk for 2025
Viktor&Rolf Spicebomb Metallic Musk (2025) adds clean musk and a shimmer of aldehydes to the line's famous spices. Discover its notes and character.
Devotion Sacred Heart Limited Edition Dolce&Gabbana: A Sweet Ode to 2025
Dolce&Gabbana Devotion Sacred Heart is a 2025 special edition in a heart-shaped flacon: candied lemon, orange blossom, panna cotta and vanilla.
Miss Dior Parfum 2024: A Sweet Night in Provence
Francis Kurkdjian's Miss Dior Parfum 2024 is a fruity chypre with wild strawberry, jasmine and patchouli – a sweet, mysterious scent for evenings.
Fire and Leather's Allure: Dior Fahrenheit Eau de Toilette
Dior Fahrenheit EDT – an iconic men's fragrance from 1988 where mandarin, violet leaf and leather meet. A bold and timeless choice.
Twilly vs Classique: Two Faces of Femininity
Hermès Twilly and Jean Paul Gaultier Classique: a youthful ginger-tuberose sparkle meets the timeless warmth of vanilla and amber.
The Glow of a Goddess: The Charm of Burberry Goddess Parfum 2025
Burberry Goddess Parfum (2025) adds raspberry and suede to the familiar vanilla trio – a deeper, more sensual goddess fragrance.
Selena Gomez and Rare Eau de Parfum: A Fragrance of Individuality and Inclusion
Rare Beauty’s first perfume is a warm gourmand with caramel, pistachio, vanilla and sandalwood, in an inclusively designed bottle. Meet Selena Gomez’s scent.
Crowned Luxury: Clive Christian No. 1 Passant Guardant
Clive Christian No. 1 Passant Guardant – a special edition decorated with diamonds and gold, called the world's most expensive perfume.
A Touch of Tenderness: Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush Bowtastic Edition 2025
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush Bowtastic Edition: a gentle scent of bergamot, peony and vanilla in a stiletto bottle adorned with a bow.
Enchanting Sparkle: Carolina Herrera Good Girl Bowtastic Edition 2025
Good Girl Bowtastic Edition 2025 brings the beloved Good Girl EDP scent to a new bow-adorned bottle: bergamot, jasmine and warm tonka bean.
Blue Freshness: Davidoff Essentials Blue 2025
Bergamot, lavender, marine notes and cedar – Davidoff Essentials Blue is a light aromatic-aquatic men’s fragrance in the spirit of Cool Water.
Bold and Authentic: Juicy Couture Just Moi 2025
Juicy Couture Just Moi is a 2025 floral-fruity gourmand with magnolia, jasmine, cocoa and sandalwood – for bold, genuine women.
The Magic of a Night Journey: Tom Ford Oud Voyager 2025
Tom Ford Oud Voyager (2025) blends pink pepper, red peony and oud into a woody-floral Private Blend scent. Find out who it suits.
Barénia Intense: Hermès' Essence of Leather and Freedom
Hermès Barénia Intense is Christine Nagel's 2025 chypre, where butterfly lily, miracle berry, toasted oak and soft leather meet.
Burberry London for Men: Timeless Elegance for Winter Evenings
Burberry London for Men blends cinnamon, leather and tobacco leaf into a warm, spicy fragrance made for cool autumn and winter evenings.
The Soft Touch of Eastern Leather: Cuir Nu Armani Privé 2025
Armani Privé Cuir Nu blends blue cardamom, coffee, Damask rose and soft leather – Delphine Lebeau’s Eastern leather scent for men and women.
Creed Green Irish Tweed – 40 years of elegance in 2025
Creed Green Irish Tweed, launched in 1985, is an aromatic fougère with lemon verbena, violet leaf and ambergris – a timeless classic turning 40.
Lancôme Forbidden Rose – Forbidden Floral Charm in 2025
Lancôme Forbidden Rose is a floral-woody musk scent with fig, rose, amber and patchouli, made for both women and men.
Versace Man Eau Fraîche Extrême – A New Aromatic Chapter in 2025
Versace Man Eau Fraîche Extrême is Olivier Cresp's 2025 woody aromatic Eau de Parfum with lemon, sage, lavender and cedar.
Prada Paradoxe Radical Essence Le Parfum – A New Dimension of Intensity and Innovation in 2025
Prada Paradoxe Radical Essence Le Parfum blends neroli, salty pistachio and creamy sandalwood into an intense gourmand women's fragrance.
Cedar Chic: Carolina Herrera's new timeless elegance in 2025
Carolina Herrera Cedar Chic is a white-shirt-inspired woody-floral fragrance with bergamot, orange blossom, cedarwood and white musk.
The Poetry of Flowers: Dior Les Récoltes Majeures 2025
Created by Francis Kurkdjian, Dior Les Récoltes Majeures celebrates lily of the valley, rose and jasmine in bottles with Maison Vermont embroidery.
A bold symbol of masculinity: BOSS Bottled Beyond 2025
BOSS Bottled Beyond is a 2025 ginger-leather Eau de Parfum where fresh ginger meets sensual leather. Meet the boldest scent in the BOSS Bottled line.
Flame of Passion: Gucci Guilty Absolu Pour Homme 2025
Gucci Guilty Absolu Pour Homme 2025 blends orange blossom, rum and red chili pepper into a warm, spicy and long-lasting men's fragrance.
Escape into the Night: Gucci Guilty Absolute Pour Femme
Gucci Guilty Absolute Pour Femme – Alberto Morillas’s fruity chypre with blackberry, Bulgarian rose and Goldenwood for the bold woman.
Summer Freshness: The Best Men's Summer Fragrances of 2025
Xerjoff Nio, Boss Bottled Triumph Elixir, Versace Eros and more: fresh men's summer perfumes for 2025, plus tips for lasting power in the heat.
The Glow of the True Self: Yves Saint Laurent MYSLF L’Absolu 2025
YSL MYSLF L’Absolu (2025) is the most intense scent in the MYSLF line: bergamot, orange blossom and patchouli for a modern, confident man.
Symphony of Summer Freshness: Chanel Allure Homme Sport
Chanel Allure Homme Sport is a fresh, sporty men's fragrance from 2004 with mandarin, neroli and tonka bean – a timeless summer classic.
Burning Elegance: Dior Fahrenheit Le Parfum
Dior Fahrenheit Le Parfum combines Sicilian mandarin, leather and Bourbon vanilla – a warm, charismatic scent for the cooler seasons.
Breath of the Wild: Dior Sauvage Eau de Parfum
Dior Sauvage Eau de Parfum blends Calabrian bergamot, Sichuan pepper and vanilla – a timeless men's fragrance. Meet the alcohol-free Eau Forte too.
The Heart of Mystery: Tom Ford Black Orchid Reserve 2025
Tom Ford Black Orchid Reserve is a deeper 2025 take on Black Orchid: black truffle, orchid and dark chocolate in a unisex fragrance.
A Summer Garden's Whisper: Jean Paul Gaultier Fleur du Mâle
Jean Paul Gaultier Fleur du Mâle is a floral men's fragrance by Francis Kurkdjian with chamomile, orange blossom and coumarin: a summer garden in a bottle.
The Night City's Temptation: Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Intense 2025
Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Intense (2025) blends ylang-ylang, creamy vanilla and cardamom into a bold floral-spicy evening fragrance.
In the Glow of Royal Charm: Dolce & Gabbana L’Imperatrice Royale 2025
Dolce & Gabbana L’Imperatrice Royale blends cranberry, azalea and Virginia cedar into a radiant floral-fruity scent for spring and summer.
Golden Abundance: Paco Rabanne Million Gold Elixir 2025
Rabanne Million Gold Elixir (2025) is an oriental vanilla scent with mandarin, creamy vanilla and sandalwood – a golden, confident pick for men.
Golden Glow on Skin: Rabanne Million Gold For Her Pure Jasmine 2025
Rabanne Million Gold For Her Pure Jasmine is a 2025 limited edition where mandarin, jasmine and ylang-ylang create a sunny floral scent.
Floral Explosion: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Extreme 2025
Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Extreme blends juicy raspberry, jasmine, rose and warm vanilla – an intense floral fragrance for a bold woman.
A bold symphony of masculinity: Yves Saint Laurent Y Le Parfum 2025
YSL Y Le Parfum 2025 is Dominique Ropion's fresh woody-amber take on the line, with bergamot, fir balsam and patchouli.
A Breath of Roman Romance: Valentino Valentina Eau de Parfum 2025
Valentino Valentina Eau de Parfum blends bergamot, white truffle, tuberose and vanilla into a romantic floral-oriental fragrance.
The Rhythm of the Rodeo City: Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black NY Rodeo 2025
212 VIP Black NY Rodeo is a 2025 limited edition: lavandin, saffiano leather and vetiver for a night-time city adventure.
Radiance of Rodeo Nights: Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Rosé Rodeo 2025
Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Rosé Rodeo is a 2025 limited-edition fruity-floral scent with red berries, peony and patchouli.
Mediterranean Freedom: Yves Saint Laurent Libre L’Eau Nue 2025
YSL Libre L’Eau Nue is an alcohol-free skin perfume where green mandarin, Moroccan orange blossom and lavender create a light Mediterranean summer mood.
Spring Serenity: Elizabeth Arden White Tea Eau Lilac 2025
Elizabeth Arden White Tea Eau Lilac brings the gentle spring calm of mandarin, lilac and musk – a delicate floral for everyday moments.
Night's Passion: Lancôme La Nuit Trésor Vanille Noire 2025
Lancôme La Nuit Trésor Vanille Noire blends Damask rose, Bourbon vanilla and oud wood into a sensual evening scent. Discover its notes.
The City's Radiant Embrace: Burberry Her Eau de Parfum Intense 2024
Burberry Her Eau de Parfum Intense blends wild strawberry, orange blossom and warm amber wood – a bold, feminine scent in the spirit of London.
Allure of Fiery Nights: Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Elixir 2025
Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Elixir (2025) is the line's most intense scent: sage, leather and cedarwood capture the warmth of a night after the storm.
The Enchantment of the Night’s Golden Aura: Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir Absolu 2025
Le Male Elixir Absolu is Gaultier’s most intense Elixir: plum, lavender and tonka bean in a golden torso bottle for the man who loves the night.
The radiance of the city at night: 212 VIP Black Elixir 2025
Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black Elixir combines black lavender, licorice and vanilla – an intense night-time fougère for the confident man.
The heart of Rome's night: discover Born in Roma Extradose Uomo in 2025
Valentino Born in Roma Extradose Uomo is an intense woody fougère with ginger, lavandin and vetiver – the Roman night in a bottle.
Rome's nighttime spell: discover Born in Roma Extradose Donna in 2025
Valentino Born in Roma Extradose Donna is an intense 2025 Parfum where blackcurrant, rum and vanilla meet. Discover the spell of a Roman night.
Phantom Elixir by Paco Rabanne – nighttime brilliance in 2025
Rabanne Phantom Elixir (2025) is a woody-aquatic men's fragrance with marine accord, mineral oud and vanilla, inspired by Parisian nightlife.
Devotion Pour Homme by Dolce&Gabbana – masculine devotion in 2025
Dolce&Gabbana Devotion Pour Homme blends Italian lemon, coffee and patchouli into a woody-spicy fragrance for the modern man.
Terre d’Hermès EDP Intense – A New Intense Elegance in 2025
Created by Christine Nagel, Terre d’Hermès EDP Intense blends bergamot, black pepper, coffee and lava stone into a deep woody fragrance.
Scandal Absolu Pour Femme – Jean Paul Gaultier's Bold Sensuality in 2025
Jean Paul Gaultier's Scandal Absolu blends black fig, tuberose and sandalwood into a bold amber-chypre scent for a nocturnal Parisian adventure.
Armani My Way Ylang Eau de Parfum – A New Expression of Elegance in 2025
Giorgio Armani My Way Ylang Eau de Parfum is a floral-fruity scent with mango, coconut, ylang-ylang and vanilla that brings tropical radiance to your skin.
La Belle Flower Edition 2025 – Jean Paul Gaultier's Floral Sensuality
La Belle Flower Edition 2025 is Jean Paul Gaultier's floral-fruity limited edition with apricot, jasmine and vanilla.
Very Good Girl Elixir – Carolina Herrera's Alluring Fragrance for Women 2025
Black cherry, tuberose, vanilla and cocoa – discover Carolina Herrera Very Good Girl Elixir, a sensual floral-amber scent for the modern woman.
Olympéa Absolu Paco Rabanne: The Power of a Goddess on Your Skin
Rabanne Olympéa Absolu blends apricot, jasmine absolute and vanilla into an intense, sensual fragrance for the confident woman.
Invictus Victory Absolu: the Victor's Crown in 2025
Rabanne Invictus Victory Absolu Parfum Intense blends black pepper, ambergris and sandalwood into a powerful woody-spicy scent. Meet the 2025 release.
Le Beau Flower Edition 2025 – Jean Paul Gaultier's Mystical Scent for Men
Le Beau Flower Edition 2025 is a limited edition from Jean Paul Gaultier for men: kumquat, violet leaf and cashmeran in a mystical Garden of Eden.
Burberry Her Intense 2024: An Empowering Scent for Free-Spirited Women
Burberry Her Intense 2024 blends wild strawberry, orange blossom and warm ambroxan. See how it evolves through the day and who it suits.
K by Dolce & Gabbana Eau de Parfum – a magnetic scent for the modern king
K by Dolce & Gabbana Eau de Parfum blends citrus, fig and lavender with a woody base – a spicy, elegant fragrance for today's king.
My Way Ylang Giorgio Armani 2024 – a tropical dream with a feminine touch
Giorgio Armani My Way Ylang blends mango, coconut, ylang-ylang and tuberose into a sunny floral scent that brings tropical optimism to every day.
Hermès Barénia – a perfume story ten years in the making
Hermès Barénia is the house's first chypre: a fragrance Christine Nagel spent ten years creating, with miracle berry, butterfly lily and oak wood.
Gucci Guilty Love Edition 2025 for Men – A New Breath of Love
Gucci Guilty Love Edition Pour Homme 2025 blends juniper oil, orange blossom and Ambrofix – a fresh, woody limited edition for Valentine's Day.
Paco Rabanne Fame Couture 2024 – the new peak of glamour
Rabanne’s limited-edition Fame Couture blends incense, iris and vanilla into a glamorous scent for the woman who loves the spotlight.
Sì Passione Red Musk – A New Level of Red Passion in 2025
Giorgio Armani Sì Passione Red Musk blends strawberry, rose, milk, musk and vanilla into a passionate Eau de Parfum. Discover its notes.
Gucci Guilty Love Edition 2025 – Love in a Scent That Captures Hearts
Gucci Guilty Love Edition 2025 brings two limited-edition Valentine’s scents: the floral-musky Pour Femme and the spicy-woody Pour Homme.
Tom Ford Fragrance News: Bois Pacifique, a Spectacular Experience for Lovers of Luxurious Fragrances
Tom Ford Bois Pacifique is a spicy woody unisex fragrance with cardamom, turmeric, incense and iris. Discover its notes and story.
Original Santal 2024: An Enchanting Aromatic Journey Through India
Creed Original Santal blends sandalwood, spices and Indian inspiration into a timeless unisex fragrance. Explore its history, notes and ways to wear it.
Versace Dylan Blue EDT: An Enchanting Mediterranean Fragrance
Versace Dylan Blue EDT combines Mediterranean freshness, a spicy heart and a warm base – a versatile men's fragrance for every day and special moments.
Tom Ford Perfumes: A Guide for Women
How to choose the right Tom Ford perfume for a woman? Recommendations for work, evenings, dates and gifts, from White Suede to Lost Cherry.
Pheromone Perfumes: The Mysterious Key to Attraction
What are pheromone perfumes, how are they said to work and what does science say? We separate the myths from the reality.
Creed Original Vetiver: The Story of an Iconic Fragrance
Creed Original Vetiver, launched in 2004, is a fresh vetiver scent with bergamot, ginger and iris: a timeless classic for every occasion.
Emporio Armani Stronger With You Parfum 2025 – This Year's New Fragrance Hit
Stronger With You Parfum is the most concentrated version of Armani's popular line, with mandarin, lavender, sage, chestnut and vanilla.
The Perfume That Speaks Parisian: Yves Saint Laurent Parisienne 2024 EDP
YSL Parisienne 2024 EDP blends blackberry, Damask rose, violet and sandalwood into a graceful floral scent. Discover the spirit of Paris in a bottle.
Escada Bali Paradise: Tropical Elegance
Escada Bali Paradise is a 2025 limited-edition EDT with dragon fruit, bird of paradise flower and sandalwood, evoking Bali's tropical charm.
Versace Eros EDT – The Fragrance of Passion and Power
Inspired by the Greek god of love, Versace Eros EDT blends mint, green apple, tonka bean and vanilla into a bold men's fragrance.
Dolce & Gabbana The One for Men – An Iconic Fragrance
Dolce & Gabbana The One for Men (2008) is a warm, spicy men's scent with grapefruit, ginger, tobacco and amber. Find out who it suits.
Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò Elixir: A New Luxury Fragrance for 2025
Created by Alberto Morillas, Acqua di Giò Elixir gives the classic a darker, woodier take, with bergamot, a marine accord, patchouli and leather.
An Exclusive Valentine's Day Gift 2025: Which Perfume to Choose for Your Loved One?
A luxury perfume for Valentine's Day? See our selection of the best women's and men's fragrances and tips on choosing the right scent for your loved one.
How to Extend the Life of Your Perfume: Has Your Favourite Scent Expired?
How can you tell a perfume has gone off, and how should you store it? Signs of spoilage, shelf life and tips for extending a fragrance's life.
The world's most expensive men's perfumes: a symbiosis of luxury and art
Shumukh, Clive Christian No. 1 Passant Guardant, Bvlgari Opera Prima and more – discover the world's priciest perfumes and their lavish bottles.
The New Valentino Born in Roma Uomo Extradose: The Spirit of Rome in a Bottle
Valentino Born in Roma Uomo Extradose is the most intense men's fragrance in the line: spices, lavandin, vetiver and guaiac wood in a black Rockstud bottle.
Niche Fragrances: Art, Identity and Emotion
What are niche fragrances and why choose them? Uniqueness, quality ingredients and creative freedom that turn a scent into a work of art.
Issey Miyake for Men: Le Sel d'Issey
Le Sel d'Issey is Issey Miyake's salt-inspired men's fragrance with seaweed, vetiver and oakmoss, in a refillable bottle.
The Japanese Youth Fragrance Revolution: A New Form of Self-Expression
How social media, K-pop and Western lifestyle are changing Japanese young people's attitude to perfume and turning scent into a means of self-expression.
Dior Homme Parfum 2025: A Francis Kurkdjian Masterpiece That Brings Elegance to Every Moment
Francis Kurkdjian's Dior Homme Parfum 2025 combines iris, amber, vetiver and patchouli into a timeless, elegant men's fragrance.
Hermès H24 Herbes Vives: a fresh fragrance that brings summer and balance into everyday life
Hermès H24 Herbes Vives blends fresh herbs, pear sorbet and the cooling Physcool® molecule – a green, light scent for warm days.
Jean Paul Gaultier Ma Dame 2024: A Renewed Look
Jean Paul Gaultier Ma Dame returned in 2024: orange, rose, white musk and cedar in a vivid pink bottle. Meet the reissue of the 2008 classic.
Tom Ford's Sensual Masterpiece: Amber Intrigue
Tom Ford Private Blend Amber Intrigue combines dates, olibanum, sandalwood and amber in a warm, smoky unisex fragrance.
Emporio Armani Stronger With You Intensely: The Embodiment of Elegance and Luxury
Emporio Armani Stronger With You Intensely blends pink pepper, lavender, toffee and vanilla into a warm, confident men's fragrance for the cooler months.
Lancôme Idôle Power EDP Intense: Strength and Beauty
Lancôme Idôle Power Eau de Parfum Intense blends a Pomarose apple accord, Damask rose and creamy sandalwood. Discover the scent and its story.
Hugo Boss "BOSS The Collection": Luxurious New Fragrances
BOSS The Collection adds three new unisex scents: smoky Exhilarating Vanilla, mineral Fearless Pepper and leathery Wild Violet.
Black Opium: the magical duet of coffee and vanilla
Yves Saint Laurent's Black Opium blends coffee, vanilla and white flowers into a sensual scent. Discover its story, notes and wearing tips.
New Editions of Guerlain's Habit Rouge: A Timeless, Elegant Classic Gets a New Look
Guerlain's 1965 classic Habit Rouge is getting new interpretations. What can we expect from the new editions of this legend of citrus, leather and spice?
A New Fragrance by Dolce & Gabbana: Velvet Zafferano
Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Zafferano, created by Aurélien Guichard, pairs saffron and tobacco with amber and vanilla. A warm, spicy unisex perfume.
Fragrances That Don't Ask Gender: Is the Time for Unisex Perfumes Here?
Should a perfume be chosen by gender? We look at how the unisex trend that began with CK One is changing the fragrance world.
Dior Sauvage Eau Forte: Freshness, Innovation and Masculinity
Dior Sauvage Eau Forte is an alcohol-free, water-based men's fragrance where soft lavender meets musky woody notes. Find out what makes it special.
Jean Paul Gaultier perfumes – an aromatic world by an iconic designer
From the legendary Le Male to Ultra Male and Le Beau: a guide to Jean Paul Gaultier's best fragrances for every season and occasion.
Angelina Jolie's Glamour Meets Tom Ford Beauty Luxury in the New Runway Lip Color Collection
Angelina Jolie fronts Tom Ford Beauty's Runway Lip Color campaign: 18 shades, the iconic 16 Scarlet Rouge and a cinematic celebration of confident beauty.
Jean Paul Gaultier's Ultra Male Intense: A Masterpiece of Perfume Art
Jean Paul Gaultier's Ultra Male Intense is Francis Kurkdjian's sweet, spicy take on Le Male, with pear, cinnamon and black vanilla.
Creed's New Fragrance "Fragaria" Offers Summer Inspiration
Creed Fragaria bottles the British summer: juicy strawberry, violet, citrus and vetiver. Explore the fragrance profile and bottle design.
Time to Discover the World of Creed Perfumes: History, Fragrances and Recommendations
The story of Creed, iconic scents such as Aventus and Green Irish Tweed, and picks for lovers of men's, women's and unisex fragrances.
Francis Kurkdjian: King of Scents
From Le Male to Baccarat Rouge 540 and Dior fragrances – discover the work and vision of Francis Kurkdjian, one of the most influential perfumers of our time.
The Magic of Winter in a Scent: Discover Tom Ford's Soleil Neige
Tom Ford's Soleil Neige captures the glow of winter sun and snow: bergamot, carrot seed, Turkish rose, vanilla and benzoin from the Private Blend collection.
Best Men's Designer Fragrances for Autumn-Winter 2024/2025
Bleu de Chanel, Dior Sauvage, Tom Ford Ombré Leather and more: the best men's fragrances to bring warmth and style to the cool autumn-winter season.
The Luxurious Charm of Jasmine in the World of Perfume
Jasmine is one of perfumery's most prized notes. Find out what makes it special, which jasmine fragrances to try and when to wear them.
The charm of The Scent by Hugo Boss: stylish elegance
Ginger, exotic maninka and warm leather – discover why Hugo Boss The Scent has been a favourite of many men for years.
How to find the right perfume for school
Light, fresh and discreet – find out which perfumes suit school, how to wear them properly and which scents young people love most.
Discover the Vibrant Spirit of Versace Eros Energy: A New Chapter in Modern Men's Fragrance
Versace Eros Energy (2024) is a fresh citrus Eau de Parfum with blood orange, blackcurrant and patchouli – Mediterranean energy in a bottle.
Burberry Goddess: the world of a captivating fragrance
Burberry Goddess combines three vanillas and lavender into a warm gourmand scent. Read about its notes, suitable occasions and the bottle.
Tom Ford Costa Azzurra 2021: Mediterranean Charm in Relief
Tom Ford Costa Azzurra is an aromatic aquatic fragrance with driftwood, lemon and seaweed, bringing Mediterranean coastal summer to your skin.
Yves Saint Laurent Libre: The Scent of Freedom and Courage
YSL Libre pairs lavender and orange blossom in a bold fragrance inspired by freedom. Discover the notes, variations and iconic bottle.
Lancôme La Vie Est Belle: The Happiness Manifesto
Lancôme La Vie Est Belle, the iconic 2012 gourmand with iris, praline and vanilla. Discover its story, notes and creators.
Viktor&Rolf's Masterpiece: Flowerbomb Frozen Flower
Flowerbomb Frozen Flower is Viktor&Rolf's 2024 holiday collector's bottle: orchid, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vanilla.
The Charm of Niche and Designer Perfumes
How do niche and designer perfumes differ? We compare target audience, availability, ingredients, price and brand identity.
Discover Modern Femininity with Carolina Herrera Good Girl
Carolina Herrera Good Girl EDP blends almond, coffee, tuberose, jasmine and cocoa – a bold fragrance in an iconic shoe-shaped bottle.
Rihanna: The New Beauty Icon of J'adore
In 2024 Rihanna became the new face of Dior's J'adore. See how the golden Versailles campaign opens a new chapter in the story of an iconic fragrance.
Yves Saint Laurent: An Unforgettable Fragrance World for Men
Seven Yves Saint Laurent fragrances for men, from L'Homme and Y to MYSLF. Find the signature scent that suits every occasion.
Tom Ford's Black Lacquer: a masterpiece in the world of fragrance
Tom Ford Black Lacquer is a bold Private Blend with ink, vinyl, Makassar ebony and olibanum. Who is this polarising masterpiece for?
How to Find the Right Perfume for Your Man
Fragrance families, testing on the skin, application and style – a practical guide to finding the perfect perfume for a man.
Miss Dior: A Floral and Luxurious Fragrance for Every Moment
Miss Dior Eau de Parfum pairs centifolia rose, peony and iris with a sensual vanilla and sandalwood base – a romantic scent for every moment.
Dior Fahrenheit: A Lasting Masterpiece in Perfumery
Dior Fahrenheit is a bold, controversial classic from 1988. Discover why this leather fragrance with a gasoline-like note is still a masterpiece.
1 Million Parfum: An Exciting Update to Paco Rabanne's Classic Fragrance
Rabanne 1 Million Parfum blends salty tuberose, monoi and sun-kissed leather for a bold yet refined twist on the classic.
Dark and Rich: Hugo Boss Bottled Intense
Hugo Boss Bottled Intense EDP is a darker, spicier take on the classic Boss Bottled, with apple, cinnamon, clove and vanilla. Read our review.
Dior Homme Intense: A Masculine Fragrance That Wins Hearts
Dior Homme Intense is a powdery, iris-centred men's scent with lavender, ambrette and vetiver. Discover its story, notes and staying power.
Captivated by Masculine Scent: Dior's Perfect Fragrances
Fahrenheit, Dior Homme and Sauvage – discover the notes and character of Dior's iconic men's fragrances and find the one for you.
The Fragrance Secret: How Soap Changes Your Perfume Experience
Did you know your choice of soap affects how long perfume lasts? Learn why gentle natural soap and moisturised skin help a scent stay longer.
YSL Y: A Fragrance Worthy of the Modern Man
Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum is an aromatic fougère with bergamot, ginger, apple, sage and vetiver – bold and elegant for today's man.
Hugo Boss Bottled Night: The Seductive Scent of Darkness
Hugo Boss Bottled Night (2010) is a woody aromatic men's fragrance with birch leaves, lavender, African violet and louro amarelo wood.
Good Girl Colormania: A Sensual Fragrance Bomb for Late 2024
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Colormania: a limited edition with almond, sambac jasmine, tuberose, tonka bean and cocoa in a colourful stiletto bottle.
Tom Ford Ombré Leather: A Luxurious Leather Scent That Wins Hearts
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Dior's New Fragrance Bombshell: Five Exclusive Scents That Make the Heart Race
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Dior Sauvage – The Enchantment of a Desert Evening
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A New Era of Masculinity: Emporio He 2024 Opens the Door to a Seductive World
Emporio He 2024 combines Japanese yuzu, cardamom, white musk and vetiver – a fresh yet deep Armani fragrance for the modern man.
Lost in Fragrance: How to Find Balance in the World of Perfume
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Armani Code Eau de Parfum 2024: A New Take on a Beloved Fragrance? A Closer Look
Armani Code EdP 2024 is a completely new scent: spicy and warm, with green mandarin, nutmeg and tonka bean. We compare it with the 2021 version.
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YSL Libre Flowers & Flames: A Fragrant Invitation to Summer Sensuality
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Hugo Reversed 2024: Turn Your World Upside Down
Hugo Reversed 2024 is a limited-edition aromatic woody men's fragrance from Hugo Boss. Explore its notes, how to wear it and how it compares with other Boss scents.
Rabanne Rediscovers Gold: Million Gold Eau de Parfum Intense for Men
Rabanne Million Gold Eau de Parfum Intense is a spicy-woody men's fragrance with mandarin, cardamom, sandalwood and cinnamon in a gold-bar bottle.
Chanel's New Flanker: Gabrielle L'Eau
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Boss Alive Absolu: A Powerful New Fragrance for the Confident Woman
Boss Alive Absolu pairs bold leather with warm vanilla and earthy patchouli. A woody gourmand for the confident woman.
Yves Saint Laurent Libre Intense: A Second Look Reveals a Hidden Gem
Libre Intense did not win us over at first, but a second look revealed a warm lavender, vanilla and tonka bean scent worth trying.
Chanel Allure Homme Sport Superleggera: Fresh Intensity Arrives in 2024
Chanel Allure Homme Sport Superleggera is a limited edition by Olivier Polge: a lighter, more citrusy and woodier take on the classic.
Dior Sauvage Eau Forte: A Water Revolution
Dior Sauvage Eau Forte is Francis Kurkdjian's alcohol-free, water-based men's fragrance with cool spices, lavender and musk. See what makes it special.
A Guide to Chanel's Iconic Bleu de Chanel
Bleu de Chanel EDT, EDP or Parfum? We compare the three versions and help you choose the one that suits your style and lifestyle.
Discover the ESSENSA.ee Affiliate Programme: Earn Extra Income or Store Credit by Recommending Beauty Products
Join the free ESSENSA.ee affiliate programme, recommend beauty products and earn a commission paid to your bank account or as store credit.
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Natural or synthetic perfume? We compare their pros and cons, the approach of Chanel and Dior, and the role of Estonian nature in creating fragrances.
Want Your Perfume to Last Longer? Expert Tips on How to Do It
Moisturised skin, pulse points and scent layering: simple expert tricks that help your favourite perfume last longer.
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Why is perfume the best Mother's Day gift? See our Chanel and Dior women's fragrance picks, with notes for each.
Dior Fahrenheit: redefining masculine fragrance for the modern gentleman
Dior Fahrenheit since 1988: the fragrance's history, the range from EDT to Parfum, seasonal recommendations and tips for use.
Discovering Bleu de Chanel: The Complete Guide to Fragrance and Grooming 2024
A guide to Bleu de Chanel: EDT, EDP, Parfum and the shaving, shower and deodorant products – and how to add them to your daily routine.
Dior's Wild Heart: Unveiling the Mystery of the Sauvage Fragrance Line
From Eau Sauvage in 1966 to today's Elixir – explore the history and fragrances of Dior's Sauvage line and find the version that suits you.
Crafting a Fragrance Legacy: Francis Kurkdjian's Journey with Dior's L'Or de J'adore
How did Francis Kurkdjian give Dior's J'adore a new golden interpretation? Meet L'Or de J'adore, with orange blossom, jasmine and rose.
Introducing an Icon: The Extraordinary Journey of Coco Chanel
From orphanage to fashion empire: the story of Coco Chanel, who changed women's fashion and gave the world the little black dress and Chanel No. 5.
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Discover Dior's women's fragrances for spring and summer: J'adore, Miss Dior, Addict, Poison Girl and Joy, fresh, elegant and long-lasting.
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Why Women Should Discover Chanel Fragrances in Spring and Summer 2024
Timeless, fresh and versatile: five reasons to try Chanel's women's fragrances this spring and summer, plus our product recommendations.
Why Men Should Try Chanel's Men's Fragrances in Spring and Summer 2024
Allure Homme Sport, Bleu de Chanel, Pour Monsieur, Antaeus and Platinum Égoïste: Chanel men's fragrances for spring and summer.
Dior Sauvage Elixir x Baccarat: A Masterpiece in a Crystal Bottle
Dior and Baccarat join forces on Sauvage Elixir: a limited edition of 200 numbered crystal bottles with palladium details.
The New Look: A Review of the Biographical Drama About Christian Dior and Coco Chanel
The Apple TV+ series "The New Look" tells the story of Christian Dior's rise and his rivalry with Coco Chanel in wartime and post-war Paris.
Top 10 Best Tom Ford Perfumes 2024
The best Tom Ford perfumes for men, women and unisex: Oud Wood, Tobacco Vanille, Lost Cherry, Black Orchid and other favourites.
Love in a Bottle: Chanel and Dior Fragrances for the Perfect Valentine's Day Gift
How to choose a Chanel or Dior perfume for your loved one by occasion, personality and season, and how to present it memorably.
Perfume Care Guide: How to Store and Look After Your Fragrance Properly
A cool, dark spot away from the bathroom and sunlight – simple tips to help your favourite perfume stay fresh for longer.
How to Choose a Perfume for Your Loved One
Practical tips for choosing a perfume for your loved one: fragrance family, occasion, testing and layering scents.
Discover the World of Chanel Women's Fragrances: The Best Chanel Perfumes for Women
Coco Mademoiselle, No. 5, Chance and Gabrielle: meet Chanel's iconic women's perfumes and find the scent that suits you.
Dior Men's Fragrances: How to Choose the Right One
Sauvage, Dior Homme, Fahrenheit or Eau Sauvage? Meet Dior's iconic men's fragrances and find your signature scent with our tips.
Chanel Men's Perfumes: How to Choose the Right Chanel Fragrance for Him
Bleu de Chanel, Allure Homme Sport, Platinum Égoïste and Boy Chanel – discover Chanel's men's fragrances and tips for choosing the right scent.
Dior Women's Perfumes: A Guide to the Best Dior Fragrances
Miss Dior, J'adore, Joy Intense and J'adore Infinissime – discover Dior's iconic women's fragrances and choose the right one for any occasion.
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UK Cosmopolitan's editors sniffed their way through Chanel's fragrances and picked the top 10 – from Coco Mademoiselle and N°5 to Bleu de Chanel Parfum.
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Refillable packaging, water-free products, biotechnology and the circular economy: see how to make your beauty routine more eco-friendly.
Chanel Launches Paris-Paris, a Tribute to the City of Light and Its Women
Chanel Paris-Paris, from Les Eaux de Chanel, is a sparkling floral with Damask rose, citrus and pink pepper by Olivier Polge.
Dior: the luxury brand that changed women's fashion
Why is Dior so expensive? See how the New Look, masterful craftsmanship and celebrity support made Dior one of the world's most coveted luxury brands.
The Art of Wearing Perfume: Tips, Tutorials and Concentrations
How to choose the right perfume concentration and apply a scent so it lasts. Practical tips for every season and occasion.
Understanding Perfume Concentrations
Extrait, EDP, EDT or cologne? We explain what perfume concentrations mean and how to choose the one that suits you.
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Natural, distinctive and unisex fragrances lead the 2024 trends. Learn how to choose the right perfume and wear it properly.
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How do you choose a perfume that suits your mood, outfit and occasion? Practical advice on fragrance notes, layering and personality.