Assenzio

There are no reviews about this frag yet, and I am surprised. The same as when I remained as if numb inside the Erbolario shop. The image on the bottle lead me to think it is quite a masculine unisex scent; seeing the absynthium flower stamped on it I thought of aromatic plants such as rosemary and salvia, so I shrinked away. Until a lady came to try it and sprayed and ... something happened. It ended this way: I was inside the shop to buy Méharées but ended up with buying Absinthium. It is a fresh aromatic scent unlike anything I ever met, which contains coriander and clove so I think this is what got me. The lemon in the beginning makes the scent light and fresh and with the drydown clove and orange create a cinnamon effect on my skin. It is fresh and warm at the same time and this scent made me reach for my Youth Dew Amber Nude. These are two complementary scents, as I feel that Absinthium is the brighter side of the darker YDAN. Now I use this in the evening and Absinthium during the day and one scent makes me long for the other, a kind of Dr. Jekill and Mr. Hide fragrance scenario I am passing through right now and ... oh how I love it. I am sure that out there there are myriads of complementary scents (scents that call each other through their intertwining of notes) we do not even dream about. Anyway, why not open a forum debate about that? From the same line there is the deodorant cream which is very good in summer, try it if you can. I am sure that if you try Absinthium and if you love the warmth of clove and coriander in general, you are going to love it. I am pround to give my review for such a surprise.

It is springtime and what a choice to take on this beautiful creamy, soft, yet crisp and powdery perfume. Spicy herbal it is. I do not get much fruit or vegetables here, but musky and carnation scent combined. I struggle with words this time, because the scent is absolutely addictive, and, in my opinion, one of the best L'Erbolario had ever made. I mean I do not often read wormwood or artemisia as an ingredient, som I have nothing to compare it with this way, yet if these ingredients do the job here, bravo. The perfume resembles very much Boucheron's Jaipur, but it has the crispiness that makes it a sharp scent. Musk makes it a bath soapy lovely clean scent. It is not dirty at all. It is perfect for spring, summer and early autumn. It is an day scent for just about every occasion where you are supposed to be clean and focused. It is more a state-scent than a relationship-scent. Longevity is rather on a short site, and in intense summer heat, this will go fast away, but for an evening with friends or family out for a dinner, just perfect. I find this perfume as typically Italian with everything it evokes with it. The perfume comes over as natural, as something you could smell outside in the Italian countryside in the spring and summer. It comes very appealing like you're wearing something that is not pure chemistry, but all natural smells you already know from the woods and meadows around you, almost like a drying grass becoming hay. Epic scent, indeed. Viva l'Italia!

Fresh, fresh, fresh! It's so fresh without being blue, it's green fresh - light green even! It gives me "soft" vibes, like one of those fuzzy blankets. Very natural, absolutely not artificial. The citrus, the wormwood, the artemisia, and the flowers combine in a very pretty way! Oh, so wonderful and light - not a bitter scent despite the notes mildly suggesting it, not a hint of heaviness in sight. I could imagine freedom smelling like this. I bet I could pull this off year-round, especially during the day. Definitely unisex, doesn't lean in either direction, but it won't fit everyone, if you choose this you need to be rather specific kind of person, at least I think so. It also invokes a sense of nostalgia, a pleasant day gone by. Get it if you think it fits you, I definitely don't regret my purchase!

Bought a bunch of 15mls and this was definitely my favorite. L’erbolario struggles with making their scents last, but this one is one of the welcomed outliers, along with Ambraliquida and Ginepro Nero. The silage is moderate and the longevity is also in the average, definitely not a skin scent especially if you spray a lot. The best way I could describe it is a Fernet Branca without the bitter aftertaste, it’s a mix of fresh resins and woodsy notes. The artemisia note is also very surprising, never seen it used in a perfume before. Personally, I prefer it as a day scent during spring and a night scent during humid summer days. But I feel like it would work as a fall and winter scent too, it’s really versatile.

The powdery dry-down is very refined, similar to Guerlain's famous Guerlinade, and long lasting. The aromatic top notes though are not sweet at all, but a refreshing blast of pure citrus: it might scare you at first, but the beaty comes later with the powdery heart and base-notes. One of the few real winners by L'Erbolario: original and lasting. Doesn 't remind me of Felce Azzurra at all ( which is much soapier to start with) but I can understand that remark: both fit the category "Italian easy going powdery freshness". Assenzio ( Absynthium)though is quiet unique and unalike others I know, a quality much appreciated also by other perfume-sites-reviewers who gave her high votes.

Assenzio is ultimately a very gentle, flowy scent, like a fluffy cloud that envelops you. I can admit that for me, it may carry a sense of melancholy; it reminds me of my dad, of sneaking into his bathroom cabinet, opening his old-school cosmetics leather box, and trying his shaving cream. The opening is, indeed, quite masculine, reminiscent of an old shaving cream, it is green and slightly medicinal, very old-school, and, as it dries down, it becomes a soft, musky, powdery enveloping and comforting scent. And yes, I do associate it a lot with Felce Azzura talcum powder, a blast from the past as well.

This fragrance is very natural! It doesn't smell artificial whatsoever! I can smell vetiver in it, although it is not in the perfume's formula. Musk is very strong in it, so if you're a big fan of musk you might like it. It is perfect for summer! It makes me feel fresh and clean. It is also perfect for after-shower. I think it is perfect for people who like fragrances that are very true to nature. It makes me think of traveling, gardening, woods, gnomes, walking in a park or strolling in the city in a hot day of summer. It is perfect for both women and men.

An ancient, green, relaxing charm. After many years I bought it again and will probably continue to do so. A calm relaxed atmosphere. Whether on a bed of grass or in the warmth of your home, it doesn't change. It is liked and stands out. Clean and subtle yet very noticeable at first. It is aromatic and seems more masculine to me. The sales assistant told me that it was created for men but over time they also sold it to women but it reminds me of a gentleman from times gone by. Enchanting.

This is the signature fragrance of a friend of mine who can't stand perfumes. On her is a perfect talcum. White, brigh, creamy at the same time. And incredibly long lasting. I agree with sistertriked who said the packaging and the photo can be misleading. Give it a try and you will discorver something very good and unusual.

Jesus Christ. A blast of herbal notes. Smelling calm and meditative. From the middle notes a steady sandalwood starts to be noticed. I start to love this fragrance even more than Meharees. So surprised that the rating here is only around 4,10, since I think it deserves to be higher. ❤️❤️

Such a nostalgic smell for me. My first boyfriend used to use and I've always absolutely loved it. I don't think this smells as green or fresh considering the notes, but i always found it so clean and comforting and quite long lasting. I might try to get a bottle for myself one day.

Gorgeous herby thing! I love it. Really pleasant. Beautifully fresh and aromatic perfume. Yes, it smells of cinnamon on me too, and it's so lovely and warm and soothing, and feminine.

One of my absolute loves from Erbolario. The wormwood-artemisia accord is really shining and the rest of the herbal elements are also fantastic. Two thumbs up.

Fresh and green, it really smells like wormwood, great value for the price, if you're into botanical scents it's a must have.

Assenzio is one of those fragrances, that really come through in the drydown. The opening is really quite masculine, astringent and not particularly pleasant. I get a male cologne vibe and the citrusses are dry and kind of cleaning product-y. They remind me in a sense of Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet, which I was not particularly fond of. This goes on for about 15-20 min. The drydown showcases its truly marvelous and gentle side. That is the real unisex herbal talcum. It does a 360 and becomes a bit chalky sweet, the herbs shine through, but they leave a gentle and warm impression, like a green powdery caress. I smell iris for some reason. Maybe I just smell iris in everything I enjoy. Or it is some other thing I forgot about. It's a shame that one has to get through the aftershave phase to experience this lovely smell. I will wear this for some more time and see if anything changes. It does not project massively, but has a good longevity for a herbal scent.

Per poter giudicare una fragranza occorre avere a disposizione varie formulazioni di epoche diverse. Io ne ho una boccetta del 2005 e una del 2016. La versione del 2005 prima di ogni selvaggia riformulazione era decisamente più caratteristica. Le note di partenza sono agrumate quasi fruttate,le erbe pungenti e le spezie compaiono più tardi e il profumo resta sempre vivace e colorato senza mai adagiarsi sul polveroso dolciastro come invece fa la versione attuale che molti paragonano a Felce azzurra. La versione più vecchia è anche amarognola,un tono tipico dell'assenzio e sulla pelle formava un alone fresco e pungente quasi blu e verde ghiaccio. E' stato un mio profumo usato nell'estate del 2006.

I love and bought several times the body lotion of this fragrance, but the perfume doesn't work for me. I had a sample yesterday and I tried it. Too strong. On me isn't powdery at all. Is herbal and balmy, very masculine. I like the scent but not on me. Don't know why there is so difference between body lotion and perfume...I suppose the latter is purer, stronger and for that reason (headhache is coming!!)I don't stand it on me, even if the notes in it are the same. Although is not suitable for me, I think is a very good unisex scent. And I must confess, usually I'm not a lover of unisex scent or masculine one, I like oriental and sweet smells. But this one is really really good!

Very musky. Clean, white, powdery musk. Very slightly herbal and green. But mostly musk. That’s why all those comparisons to Felce Azzura. Sounds Italian and a bit old school. Great for going to bed on a hot summer evening or running errands on a warm summer morning. I like it, but I have troubles calling this a “perfume”. Nice, inexpensive body spray with a good performance.

Very nice scent, imo more feminine than unisex. I tested it only on paper in the shop. The orange was weak, I smelled mostly the lemon (on the sweet, not the bitter side) and artemisia. The spicy notes are also very weak. Btw. the real name of this is "Assenzio". A very nice and light summer scent.

One of the few truly unisex fragrances of this brand. I like it, it's interesting and has depth, but I just have other favourites like La martina, which is very similar with additional basil and pepper. It's a mainly citrusy fragrance.

I'm not usually into powdery scents, but this is one powdery fragrance I quite like. It's green, spicy, and relaxing. I've worn it to bed quite a few times. Light and pleasant. Suitable all year round.

This needs more love! But I'm also glad it's a bit under the radar. ;)

I've been wearing Assenzio for two days in the current June 2026 European heat wave. The possibly oriental tones in the base bloom fully, making it rich and regal. The carnation, resin and wood. All notes you can get in powdery perfume do come out strongly. It's drop dead gorgeous, not particularly deep or spicy, so let's say it's a sensual summer wear, and to be clear, not in any way fresh and herbal.

First spray is a strong wormwood with a licorice note, reminds of cough medicine or menthol candies. But then it develops into slightly sweet powder scent, I’m pretty satisfied. I bought it because it should smell like Felce Azzurra and yes it does, i would say similarity after dry-down is 85-90%

Smells EXACTLY like the felce azzura you can buy by the metre in German drugstores. Good, clean, vaguely musky, Fresh but not citrusy. A slight aniseed note somewhere, more like a faint memory. All in all a safe blind buy for lovers of old fashioned barber shop scents.

This is a really interesting scent! It's definitely herbal and spicy, with a unique bitterness that I haven't smelled before. The wormwood and citrus are bright at first, then it settles into a warm, slightly powdery dry down. I get compliments whenever I wear it.

"Annick, is that you?" This is like Jaipur Homme minus the tonka/vanilla sweetness, (or sweetness toned downed quite a bit). Pretty good choice if you like the Jaipur concept and would want to have a slightly more bitter, less sweet version at hand.

I was super drawn to this but it turns out I don't have to buy it because it smells exactly like the good old well known Felce Azzurra products that I already use. I love this powdery, herbal sweetness. Makes me feel so clean and calm.

Longevity is crazy like 18 hours easily the problem with this fragrance is that they are too many notes and after some point your nose will get confused i don’t know..

this morning I grabbed the bottle after a very long time and it is so long lasting . It is 21.00 and I can still smell it! It is green, spicy and long lasting.

Nothing to do with Felce Azzurra. Perfect summer perfume & long lasting.

Smells like baby powder to me :).