Eau des Sens Eau de Toilette

Update: The beautifull florals are most noticable in the opening, where it may be a tad too feminine for me. The orange blossom dominance fades, in 15 min and becomes more balanced, with the great Angelica and juniper becoming more evident I am bumping up my rating to 9/10. Because this is so complex for a fresh Neroli fragrance. Each time I wear it now, I get some new nuance, the juniper, Angelica, sometimes more orange blosom, or the bitter orange; These ebb and flow. This is a very uplifting high quality Neroli and Orange blosom fragrance. It is mostly alcohol distilled orange blosom, more floral. Today I picked up on the bitter citrus note that here is correctly listed as bitter orange, but according to Fragrantica the extract from the bitter orange fruit is often called Neroli. Neroli is most often derived from water distilled orange blossoms however. I applied my Eau Des Sens this morning and the fresh and clean orange blosom was very uplifting. I also love earthy fragrances, so the complimentary notes of juniper berries and Angelica are right up my alley... This is a great morning fragrance to start off your day, clean and optimistic. It's great this chilly December morning, but I was thinking I will get a bottle in early Spring when this will be even more fantastic. It has a bit of orange peel, not too citrusy, but makes a nice fresh accord with the orange blossom. I think there may be some high quality Neroli here, as well as the orange blosom. I can enjoy this all year round. Now I am expecting this to be my Summertime signature fragrance. I have been looking for the ultimate fresh fragrance, and this may be it. The scent and quality are up there with TF Neroli Portafino, and MFK Petit Matin. But when you consider this has greater longevity and cost value, Eau Des Sens is the winner. I feel the same way about Creed's Royal Water, which you can find good discounts on, and is an extraordinary fresh fragrace, with a bit more going on, but is less effervescent. Many Neroli cologns are more citrusy than Eau Des Sens. This is more floral than most fine Neroli frags, but is still close to fine Nerolis like TF Neroli Portafino. It doesn't get too feminine like MFK Aqua Universalis Forte. This has great longevity, when these type of fragrances often do not. Rating: 9/10 God bless. John 3:16

A hypnotic symphony of orange and clean, suspended between light and shadow. Launched in 2016 and signed by the famous nose Olivier Pescheux, Eau des Sens by Diptyque is much more than a simple citrus perfume. It is a deceptive and magnetic sensorial experience that constantly plays with contrasts, fully deserving the title of unisex and timeless fragrance. As soon as it is vaporized, Eau des Sens announces itself with a vibrant and sunny explosion. Bitter orange and orange blossom do not evoke the idea of a juicy fruit, but rather the witty freshness of a walk in a Mediterranean citrus grove in full bloom. There is an immediate sensation of pure white cleanliness, almost "soapy", but extraordinarily elegant and luxurious. The real stroke of genius, however, lies in its evolution. When the initial liveliness settles, the pungent and balsamic heart of the juniper berries emerges. This aromatic note breaks the sweetness of the orange blossom, introducing a vibrant and almost sparkling vibration. Finally, the base reveals the true soul of this fragrance. Angelica and patchouli anchor the scent to the skin with a green, earthy and slightly mysterious trail. This is where Eau des Sens works its magic: while remaining an incredibly fresh fragrance, it acquires a sensual, woody and almost carnal depth. Despite being an Eau de Toilette, the persistence of Eau des Sens is surprising. The base notes guarantee excellent staying power throughout the day, leaving a discreet but very present sillage, capable of attracting compliments without ever being intrusive. Eau des Sens is the ideal perfume for those who: Look for a citrus fragrance that isn't bland or "classic cologne." He loves the smell of clean skin, but wants a touch of character and mystery. Look for a perfect passe-partout for spring and summer, but capable of warming up beautifully even on the coolest days. Diptyque is famous for its ability to tell stories through smell, and Eau des Sens is a masterpiece of balance. It is a fragrance that confuses the senses: it is fresh but profound, innocent but sensual, masculine and feminine at the same time. A pillar of contemporary artistic perfumery that deserves a place in every collection.

wonderful gorgeous amazing stunning showstopping perfect in every aspect. did not expect a simple orange blossom fragrance to be this good. it lasts for days on clothes and it lasts on your skin for a full day as well. but its never cloying, its never too much. its perfect. the scent appears randomly throughout the day without making you feel like youre being choked. even though its 'just' an orange blossom, it excels at what it does greatly. its not bland or boring. the site says the citrus is the biggest accord but its really not. it starts off citrusy and bitter, but it luckily lasts for like 3 minutes. then it becomes floral, creamy, slightly green, powdery (signature diptyque powdery like fleur de peau, tam dao and orpheon), soapy and clean. The patchouli in this isnt present whatsoever which im glad about. i dont have a single bad thing to say about this fragrance. nothing is missing and everything works together to create the most realistic orange blossom experience. it smells like passing by an orange tree in bloom, right after walking past a bunch of jasmine. sniffing the flowers directly creates a way different experience, which eau des sens doesnt capture. it fully captures the air around the plants instead of the flowers themselves. and no it doesnt have too much jasmine, if any. it just reminds me of a jasmine filled area. i dont know how to explain it, but since its not noted i assume its just a bit of indoles from the orange flowers they used. It has creaminess too which is very surprising and somehow not common for orange blossom fragrances. Even though i like a few other perfumes more for their scents and concepts, i cant deny how perfect this is. its a 10/10 and i will be buying it once it runs out. amazing longevity (longer than all of my edps) and high quality inoffensive scent. you dont have to be the biggest fan of orange blossom to appreciate this, this is something that can be liked by everyone

Eau des Sens is a whole orange tree in bloom. And it's the first orange blossom I try that feels whole. Many perfumes feel very sweet, kind of synthetic, or very indolic. There's a moment for everything but I appreciate the naturalness that emanates from this wonderful Diptyque. The opening feels hot, just what the reviewer below mentioned. Spot on! Petitgrain and Angelica provide a soft focus bitter effect that provides dimension. You're in a orange grove, it's late summer but the heat hasn't subsided yet. It's midday and as the scorching sun makes your vision blurry you suddenly catch the smell of the trees in front of you. The wood, the bitter green leaves, the sticky sap on your fingers, the sweet smell of the flowers above. You close your eyes and you feel you are the tree. As the fragrance evolves, you climb higher on said tree. You reach the blossoms that are releasing their sweet nectar filling the air. You see that the sun is starting to set, and the heat starts to subside, but just enough to let the flowers bloom. You reach for them and you feel how the scent fills your nose. Sweet nectar. The base brings the whole of the tree. You reach the top and you look around you. Clear skies, the smell of various trees ahead, the soil that surrounds you. You smell everything at once, and then you keep catching glimpses of the various stages. I sprayed it on me 5 hours ago, and right now I'm getting the most glorious whiffs of orange blossom, just like traditional Lebanese orange blossom water. Glorious! Excellent sillage, and so far very good longevity. A different direction for Diptyque but a very very good one!

This is predominantly an orange blossom (not orange fruit or peel, not citrus) and patchouli scent. At first spray, I was perplexed by the opening: a brief rush of bitterness, a faint whiff of orange blossom, a real lack of any defining characteristic that left me scratching my head and thinking, that's it? This confusing phase is over within a minute, transitioning to a more noticeable orange blossom floralness and the scent of wet twigs/leaves. It's wet, dark, cool, like a garden in the evening after it rains. The dampness goes away and a subtle warmth from the patchouli comes through in the dry down. There's maybe a touch of honey sweetness (or is that still the orange blossom that I'm confusing with honey?) It's fresh, clean, soft and pretty. It definitely doesn't scream "orange" or "citrus" to me, and I am genuinely baffled at the reviews comparing it to orange cleaning solution. At first I was not impressed, thinking it was like any other white floral orange blossom scent, but it grew on me unexpectedly after 10-20 minutes. I think the slight earthiness of the patchouli and angelica ground the orange blossom and keep it from getting too floral or sweet. Damn you Diptyque, how is everything you make so good?

There are so many intoxicating and radiant neroli and orange blossom fragrances out there, but the problem is that NONE of them last (eyeing you, Mr. Ford). Olivier Pescheux, the genius behind Eau des Sens, solved this problem with a clever solution - a blend of juniper (peppery, zesty and bright), angelica (green and spicy) and patchouli (earthy and herbal) to extend and mimic the attributes of neroli that we have all become so obsessed with. This starts out strong, green and peppery - like orange leaves, crushed in your palm - but develops into a refined, fresh, calming fragrance - orange blossom perfuming the air in a summer evening - that lasts most of the day on my skin and days on clothing. Wear this if you want to be greated by sweet, tranquil wafts of orange blossom throughout the day. Even sniffing the cap of this bottle is like therapy. Eau des Sens takes me to a wonderfully calm place, which is well-appreciated in this increasingly hectic world. Also, I think out of my entire collection, this bottle is the most gorgeous. Truly a piece of art in every sense.

I absolutely love orange blossoms, when I first bought this, I wasn't so crazy about it, it just smelled like this baby cologne, it was just the perfume I put on before going to the gym or after a shower. But goddamn it grew on me, the juniper berries/Angelica dry down give it the Diptyque luxurious feel which you notice with orpheon and other Diptyque perfumes. The orange blossom seems to be high quality, I don't detect any Neroli in this, even with the green notes, it's rather green powdery with a hint of bitter. Performance is ok but I want more from it. So addictive I feel like popping the cap off and start drinking this shit. I keep editing this review, I'm obsessed with this perfume, and I'm zealous over it, dont listen to the losers saying it smells like cleaning detergents or say its screechy, give it a couple tries, I can't hold myself from smelling my arm every time I wear this perfume, I never seem to go nose blind because of it, I wish diptyque would make an eau du parfum from this

Eau des Sens by Diptyque is a poetic exploration of contrasts, weaving together vibrant citrus and earthy chypre accords into an olfactory masterpiece that feels both familiar and enigmatic. From the zesty brilliance of bitter orange to the tender floral embrace of neroli, the composition is grounded by the creamy sweetness of vanilla and the soft, meditative warmth of woods. Its sillage, though delicate, lingers like a whispered secret, creating an intimate aura rather than a commanding presence. The longevity, moderate yet satisfying, perfectly complements its introspective character. This is not a fragrance for the extrovert, nor does it seek to turn heads in a crowd. Instead, Eau des Sens invites you on a deeply personal journey and an inward adventure of comfort and quiet magic, where every note feels like a cherished memory. A fragrance as gentle as a fleeting breeze, it leaves a lasting impression not on the world, but on the soul. I’d rate it 6.4 out of 10.

An unexpected treasure that I have recently discovered. I had a distinct feeling upon smelling this darling that I remembered it from somewhere. There is something so comforting and genuine about this fragrance. The opening is full of feathery sunlight, curling vines on walls, and unripe oranges from the wild west. I find myself sitting under an old and blooming fruit tree, the feel of dry bark beneath my fingers. Late spring air brings whiffs of sappy twigs and spicy leaves. But beneath the burst of juice lies a river of white and yellow neroli blossoms. Soft, honey sweet, and aldehydic. A touch misty but not aquatic. When the breeze picks up, the air around me is soapy, gently citrus, and aromatic. Where I walk, a trail follows a little litter of white petals. Definitely a head turner- hard to miss something so luminous and undulated. This scent reminds me of home- Orange County, California. With its big skies, furls of citrus groves, and ocean tides.

I absolutely adore this, surprised by so many negative reviews or references to dryer sheets. It's a beautiful fresh bitter citrus made with quality ingredients, not synthetic smelling like laundry products. I think I like it because it does that have that old Italian classic perfumery vibe. It makes me feel fresh and summery like I'm basking in the sunshine in Italy and the orange blossom reminds me of my time in southern Spain. This style is not for everyone I guess. I love it, but then I'm also just about to walk out the door to go to Le labo and purchase the Petit Grain 21 candle and try the Petit Grain 21 perfume on my skin, and this is intended as a literal room spray. Regardless It makes me feel calm, organised, clean and happy. I wish Diptyque did a candle like this. Eau des Sens has amazing longevity for an EDT and is my favourite Diptyque for day time/spring/summer, coming second only to Eau Capitale. Chefs kiss

Agree with some of the other posters below- this is a lovely and unique, but odd fragrance. It also has three very distinct phases; the initial spray is a heavy dose of orange (I don't smell neroli as much as bitter orange) with one of the most powerful openings of a citrus perfume; then it quietens down to a mix of juniper and orange; and ultimately ends up a very comforting musky sweet note that lasts for a very long time, especially on clothes. It's this last phase that I find most captivating. It's also great to spray on bedsheets or clothes, and comes with a body cream and soap, which though slightly varying from the fragrance, are still lovely (I have the soap in my cupboard and it just makes the whole room smell so happy). It's not a safe blind buy, does lean (slightly) feminine, and may not appeal to everyone. But for a citrus eau de toilette, it has immense lasting power and is a head turner for sure.

Woahhh ok.. so i was really on the fence about this one and almost hated it when I first smelled it on paper in store. But after spraying it on myself it totally changed my mind!! I love it!! Both on my skin and on my cloth. All the notes go so well together, it all sings a beautiful harmony to me! The sweetness and slightly bitterness of the orange paired with well balance white flowers and green notes that doesn't make me dizzy. I can see why some people get soapy smell since a lot of these scents are used a lot in kitchen cleanser and hand soap so if I sniff really hard I get that too XD. But I do think it's what the brain picks up when its trying to find familiarity and for me, this scent is more that! I sprayed some on my shoulders and every time I turn my head I get a warm lovely whiff of a lovely sweet summer breeze! I did not expect myself to love it this much :) Can't wait to try it in the summer!!

Got a 15ml sample after purchasing another bottle and I am throughly upset because I desireeeeee the full size of this. It is literally the perfect, most feminine, fresh and uplifting summer fragrance. The opening feels like the white part of an orange peel with orange blossom and it settles into a gorgeous almost slightly creamy orange blossom with patchouli. Beautiful day fragrance, it really just reminds me of my childhood. My grandma loves orange blossoms so she would always make us stop to smell them when we walked past one near our summer house. Alternatively, also beautiful choice for summer afternoons/evenings after the beach. Having salty skin with this on top while you sit with family or friends by the beach or pool side having a drink or something to eat. Truly divine, yet very intimate with decent longevity on clothes.

Full bottle purchased duty-free at London Heathrow. This is actually my second full bottle. The main attraction here is citrus in the form of neroli and orange blossom, but there is also a suggestion of culinary orange peel and zest, like the smell left on one’s hands after eating oranges or clementines. The citrus is cut with a green, woody, lightly astringent base note that dries it out and stops it from becoming too sweet or gourmand. I first encountered this as part of an amenity kit on Qatar Airways, and to my nose it’s a perfect travel scent - refreshing and uplifting without being obnoxious to those around you. I also enjoy wearing it at home. It perhaps leans a little too white-floral/feminine for me to use it in other contexts, but it’s the only scent that has got me compliments when travelling.

We are currently experiencing a heatwave here in the uk and this is one of the only perfumes I can stand to wear without feeling nauseous by the end of the day. I was in an MRI machine yesterday and whilst there I kept thinking what is that beautiful smell that I would get waves of every so often and I realised it was me. This to my nose is fresh floral, it’s that similar white floral as Jasmine but lighter and less polarising. On clothes I get 8+ hrs and on skin about 6-7 which for an EDT is excellent, it is a very easy reach in spring/summer but really I think it’s robust enough for year round but the heat just amplifies its beauty. I can’t wait to see what it layers with. Diptyque really are experts as I’ve yet to smell one I don’t like.

Diptyque is my favourite perfume brand. Philosykos was my gateway into my perfume obsession. I believe Diptyque's is very strong in making natural smelling realistic fragrances, but many of them have poor longevity and sit closer to the skin. Eau de sens is not only one of the most beautiful citrus fragrance on the market, it is also very persistant and has a very strong projection for that scent profile. I was not surprised by it's natural smelling beauty, that to me is probably diptyque's trademark, but I was amazed about how strong and persistant it is! One caveat, if you do not enjoy soapy fragrances you may not like this one. This is neroli/oragne blossom soap on steroids. It smells really clean but in a soapy way.

This is my first impression on my skin: At very first to my nose this is exactly like orange blossom water that you put in desserts. As always the transition is fast and to me, it makes me feel like I am taking a walk in a spring field, I love how bitter this is and somehow sweet and there is this spring clearing near by with delicate green flowers for bees. I am testing this in winter, and I do think this will be a great summer scent. There is something dessert like in the background not in a very directly sweet or gourmand way at all, it is more like there is a house at the end of the clearing where someone is baking something using orange blossom water. Give it some time, takes a little getting used to.

Absolutely love. The citrus and patchouli are outside my usual taste but here it just totally works. I grew up in California where summers are very dry, so this is the scent of summer to me. Dusty, sun-baked dirt, juniper bushes, orange soda, salty coastal air, fallen pine needles and orange blossoms. It's totally unisex, natural, easy, and cheerful. It's great to spray on after a shower as it's got a clean soapiness to it. It's powerfully summery without being a tacky tropical scent. This is most definitely not tropical, it's a mediterranean/Californian summer. Very dry and the orange is more rind than juice, but it's balanced with the sweetness of the orange blossom.

This is the best perfume I've ever smelt. I have a lot of fragrances, most of them in the sweet orange/rose/patchouli/pink pepper/musk or coconut/caramel scents. This is completely different for me and yet I feel that this perfume is 100% me and I can't stop wearing it. Eau de sens makes you smell clean, expensive, mysterious and sophisticated. It's like an intoxicating luxury soap. Everywhere I go people ask me what I'm wearing. If you pair it with the body lotion you'll be feeling confident and in check all day. Can't recommend this enough and I'm buying the full size once I'm out of the 30ml limited edition.

I was looking for sunshine in a bottle, and I found it! This is stunningly gorgeous, florals done right; as with most Diptyque fragrances, this is very natural/botanical smelling. I think this is unisex, because who doesn’t want to smell like a grove of blooming orange trees? I am writing this review as I sit here literally huffing the aroma chemicals off of my skin. If this smells like cleaning products, please let me know which ones so I can start using them. It’s such a shame that the nose behind this and so many other amazing perfumes is gone. Thank you for all the beauty you left behind!