Hero Parfum

Apparently nobody can accurately describe what this parfum smells like, so I will give the best description I can based on my nose profile. Keep in mind that this fragrance truly smells incredibly unique and like nothing else you can buy in-store. I'd recommend getting a decant before major purchase. I'd be most inclined to refer to as a woody scent, but it doesn't fit the same profile as other "woody" scents. This kind of wood is compact, dense, and ultra smooth up through the entire structure of the cologne. There's a slightly spicy tingle to the fragrance, but its not a "peppery" spice, its a spice that's created from such a condensed wood smell. There's a slightly waxy and resinous middle structure to it, but I'd say that the "top" lies relatively flat except for a slight herbaceousness. Its purely this oil, wood, and waxiness with a Vanillin-like creaminess through the structure. If I was to describe it in a picture, it would be a thick tree trunk encased in a dark opaque/smoked glass. Jaw dropping fragrance and people constantly appreciate its initial uniqueness and are quite vocal about liking it. Addressing some comments below, Type of Person that Wears this - I'd imagine somebody dressed up wearing this. A rugged but sophisticated man, a perfect candidate would be Daniel Craig playing James Bond. Someone that wears a suit, yet also understands the importance of cashmere, wools, and sporting coats for hunting in the Scottish highlands. It smells like a gentleman with some grit to him and experience under his belt. This isn't to say a young man cant wear this fragrance, but it must be done tastefully. It should be worn by someone with experience and utter surety in every action they take. ONLY wear in cold weather. Pickles - I have no idea what they are talking about. Doesn't smell remotely close to anything like that. Similar to Gris Charnel BDK - I can see the thought process, but they share no similar dna or structure. The similarity they are talking about is the "opaque glass" / "waxiness" aforementioned. Bad performance - Insane performance, lasts 4+ days on clothes and easily 12+ hours on skin. Nose blindness - Its quite strong, so take into consideration that your nose gets fatigued from the first spray. No need to overspray this one

This scent kinda paints a picture of an old grandad in a fancy lodge. A leather, amber, woody mix that leans into warm ambers rather than being overly sweet. After drydown, it smells almost like a book or something; I can't quite put my finger on it. It's sophisticated enough to work on fancy occasions and nights out, but has a woody kick which definitely works in the autumn. It mixes a risky, fumey, almost bombastic scent with just enough scent pleasantry to make it unique, but not insufferable. The longevity is seriously impressive, sticking around almost the entire day. I think this shit was on my skin even after a shower one time. It projects with just the right amount of presence — noticeable but never overbearing. It is unique, but not the most unique composition ever. Fragmaents of this scent can be smelled in other leather, oud and woody amber based fragrances, such as Versace Oud Noir or Spicebomb Dark Leather, but its drydown and longevity help it stand out enough to feel versatile. At a retail price of about €150/100ml, it's not amazing. It is a standard price for a parfum fragrance, but I'm not happy about it. That being said, I still feel like it is kind of worth it, as its just so unique for what it is. Final Verdict: 8.3/10

I'm a middle aged man looking for a suitable office scent for the Fall/Winter. Something strong enough to make it through the work day without requiring reapplication. Must be pleasant and unoffensive from opening to skin scent, meaning linear scents are ideal. I bought a sample set of the four Burberry Hero fragrances. The EDT version has an overwhelming, harsh open that I can't tolerate. That seems to be a pattern with most EDTs, meaning they open hard, but fade quickly. The EDP was a bit more mellow than the EDT and had fantastic longevity. The Parfum is similar to the EDP, perhaps a bit more subdued and refined. I'll still need to try Hero Intense... Hero Parfum is potential "value" alternative to the perennially top rated Dior Homme, given the similar powdery note that dominates both. Likewise, Hero Parfum has a core scent that is similar to Givenchy Gentleman Reserve Privee EDP. Strange enough, but the Givenchy EDP has more projection and longevity than the Hero Parfum. Since I already own the Givenchy, I don't see much need to buy Hero. TLDR - If you like this, try Givenchy Gentleman Reserve Privee. I'll bet you $1 that you'll prefer it.

Edit after 1.5 months and getting my nose and hands on legit guerlain parfums... this has a super sweet cloying smell that smells kind of like the rest of the designer cheap smelling cologne and perfumes. But it’s not cheap, and I do like it but deep down I don’t think I’ll stick with and probably sell it. But the Guerlain Ideal Parfum is probably my favorite. I wish I could tell you exactly the sweet smell, it’s like a chemical rum sweetness but not like surf wax or something. Could be for some but once I found other fragrances i really love mainly Guerlain, I’m pretty much sold to them now. *** the preceding comment is my new edit on 5/12/24 *** *** this is my original first comment to follow *** Again I couldn’t tell you if this is amyris or not, But I will say this has been my favorite so far of all parfums/fragrances I’ve tried so far. This will always be on hand for me, and I think mixing with some other brighter more citrus smells is great. Though I’m starting to overlap scents right now, and once I try this only I’ll come back to update. But I Highly recommend for my own taste. It is a sweet one, but not bad.

I tried to find it, but this fragrance was playing hide the pickle. I personally really like dill, but in my food, not on my skin. Fortunately I never got that. Have a tester of this. The opening the first day was fairly syrupy without being sweet. Reminded me somewhat of the SWY line, but only in the opening. The second day I didn't get so much of the syrup. It has a similar smooth woodsy vibe to SJP stash in the drydown, without the cashmere. Not overwhelming sillage, but doesn't sit so close to my skin that I have to press my nose to smell it. I personally get that nice dry wood with some spice. More forest than cigarbox, there's a sense of green, but not cypress or pine. I don't really pick up earth tones either. Just a fresh warm cedar with a touch of spice in the drydown. No fragrance is worth retail, so if this hits discounters at $60ish for 100ml, totally worth it. I would personally spend more on a niche cedar-spice scent that projects more, but that would be less office safe. Don't blind buy in case you find yourself in a pickle, but I might add this to the collection later.