Aqua Mat Homme

Aqua Mat is one of those fragrances where application method determines what I get from it; what I and others smell and for what length of time. Spray heavy or concentrated on 1 or 2 areas (especially on skin) and I get Citruses, Flowers, Bamboo and Musk, or basically a variation of L'eau Par Kenzo Homme (which is an "Ok" fragrance but really nothing special) for maybe a couple hours. Spray lightly over several areas from a distance of around 18" and I get Fig Leaf and Wood, mainly a hefty dose of Sandalwood, and the smell lasts hours longer for both me and those nearby. This is the smell I prefer to achieve thus the method I use, and when I do so this is a very complemented fragrance. It's a "Love". Applying diffusely to my hair and clothing greatly improves longevity too. Aqua Mat is a poor performer on skin. The manufacturer never mentioned Pomelo nor Redwood but instead has Grapefruit and Cane in their version of the notes (whatever the ____ "Cane" is and is supposed to smell like?). This has been a warm weather staple of mine for many years, and though likely discontinued it's still easily found to experience (or in my case, to backup). I can't imagine Spring through early Fall without it.

Aqua Mat is a very fresh and vivid citrus-green summer scent with nice opening. I find it a little powdery which is OK. After some time I get a sweet note (I guess from the musk), a mix of sea, something fresh, something green like cucumber, watermelon and weak lemon (notes that are not lised above but.. I get them among with some of the reporded here). The longevity is about 5 hours and the sillage is moderate. The most distinguished notes are lime, pomelo, bamboo but I do not get any sandalwood. It reminds me the l'eau par kenzo a little. I highly recommend it for summer !

Aqua Mat Homme feels like an underrated hidden gem in the world of summer fragrances. It has a unique freshness that sets it apart, blending a subtle bitterness reminiscent of a martini lime, the crispness of fresh bamboo, and a delicate magnolia sweetness that adds a touch of refinement. While the longevity isn’t the best, it’s fair for the price—perfect for a refreshing daytime scent that doesn’t overwhelm. If you're looking for something different yet effortlessly wearable in warm weather, this one is worth discovering.

If you are a women, fan of D&G Light Blue, but nowadays wonder if that one hasn't got a little too girly for you, I recommend you to try this one! Definitively a unisex-frag!

Great toilet water for the summer. The explosion of citruses combined with oriental, woody notes. An insane mixture of freshness and energy with perfect lasting.