3 AM by Sean John

Super rich! I used to buy it 2-3 years ago for $20, but now that it’s discontinued and sells online for over $100, it’s just not worth the price anymore.

A peculiar scent; I neither love nor hate it. I’m not an expert, but the opening smells great—maybe the bergamot and cardamomo combo gives a tonic water vibe, something effervescent. It lasts about 5 hours on skin and projects a 2. I don’t remember the exact price, but it wasn’t expensive. I haven’t gotten compliments; I use it occasionally. It’s not flashy but smells good; not one of my favorites, but it’s good. The bottle is pretty and the spray is excellent. It’s not bad, just there are better options.

Very pleasant, fresh, and clean aroma, though a bit bitter, similar to Yves Rocher Natura. You can wear it anywhere, but the performance is poor; it lacks strength in longevity and projection. It only lasts a few hours with a weak sillage. Still, I recommend buying it.

A huge surprise! 3 AM is from the Sean John (Puff Daddy) collection and, according to the rumors, is already discontinued. The bottle is a blatant copy of Dior Homme Cologne, but with a red atomizer instead of white. While the DHC one is smooth and rectangular, the 3 AM has relief with overlapping rectangles. I love how the red breaks up that clean presentation; it reminds me of something Japanese, a zen balance. Many say the atomizer is one of the best, and they’re right: it mists beautifully and it’s a joy to use. If the fragrance weren’t up to the packaging’s standard, it would just be a harmless add-on, but it is. That said, this EDT is one of my favorites. I’m comforted just by getting lost in it. It opens citrusy but nothing harsh, a perfect balance between lemon and orange with a slightly spicy touch. Then comes the heart: a rough, green fig leaf scent with the soft bitterness of geranium. And then comes the best part: emerging alongside all that is a velvety tonic water with that effervescent citrus. As it dries, it combines with a soft leather that makes it increasingly silky, something charming. I admit I didn’t expect something so delicate coming from rap, which I associated with rough testosterone; this is pure restraint and sophistication. I still have to break down those prejudices. 3 AM is an incredibly delicate tonic water scent, ideal for those days that stretch out and the weather gets better.

A summer fragrance that radiates freshness and elegance. Its projection and longevity are weak; I’d like more, but it gives the impression of a clean, elegant person. Perfect for late afternoon or evening at the beach in summer. You need more than 6 sprays to enjoy it. Given the price and aroma, it’s worth it.

Very pleasant citrus with a green touch. The leather note goes unnoticed but adds a sexy, nocturnal aura. Imagine a gin tonic in the late afternoon on a terrace near the sea. I don’t feel it as very fresh, but rather energetic. The bottle is good, with a top-tier atomizer. For the price, it’s a steal.

A very special perfume, ideal for a date. My nephew Dyland Ovalle recommended it, and I’m 100% in agreement. It smells very good—clean and fresh, with a soft sillage and moderate longevity. It’s light, sweet, and exquisite in the opening, good in the dry-down. Excellent value for money; compared to high-end scents, it has great quality. I’ve gotten compliments. It’s versatile, suitable for any occasion except the gym. In the opening, you feel the fresh, perceptible tonic water; as it dries down, it softens but remains fresh, light, sweet, and floral. It’s subtle but perceptible; you need to be close to feel it. I’ve gotten compliments from ladies who say they like it. In short, for dates and intimate moments, it performs best. I give it an 8.5 out of 10 overall, but a 10 out of 10 for its essence and subtlety.

Top pick for this summer; with this, you can forget about things like Aqua di Gio, 212, or Cool Water for a while.