Cedrat Enivrant by Atelier Cologne

Finally found a review of Drakecito without the drama, haha. I’m going blind-buy, but first I’m grabbing a decant to test it out.

Does it smell good? Yes. Natural? At first, yes, then it turns into a gummy candy. It doesn’t last long, and the dry-down reminds me of CK One Summer. Not bad, but expensive, and for that price, it’s a stretch.

Fantastic citrus fragrance, the best I own in this category. Incredible longevity for a citrus, moderate sillage. It has superior niche quality compared to all other niches, a brutal lemon. I should really sell my other 20 citrus scents and keep only this one. Highly recommended.

This smells like lemon. Just lemon, but in all its glory. A hyper-realistic, huge, bumpy lemon, with a two-and-a-half-inch peel. It smells like juice, zest, freshly cut in half, and instinctively bringing your fingers to your mouth: that bitterness and astringency that makes you salivate and grind your teeth. A marvel. It’s invigorating, energizing, bright, and refreshing. I was very surprised by the skin longevity, extremely long for a citrus, thanks to the bergamot, without those plastic musks and woods that ruin citrus colognes. I got 200 ml. Projection is moderate to low, but it leaves a trail as you walk. It’s a lemon cologne. Very good, watch out: this isn’t citronella or mosquito repellent, but that’s where it stops. Don’t expect great complexity or a dreamy, seductive perfume. You barely notice the mint and vetiver (you have to look for them). I don’t perceive the sweet base notes at all (maybe in winter). Anyway, it’s getting close to being the perfect lemon fragrance; I can’t think of anything else to ask for.

After reading such glowing reviews, I got curious to try it; more than the aromatic citrus family, it’s one of my favorites. And after trying it, the only thing I can say is that its aroma is sublime. I’ve verified that the oils are of very high quality, real, and close to the scent of citrus fruits. The most notable are bergamot and especially lime, which gives it that slight bitterness of a zested peel. I detect other herbal notes like mint and something that seems like lemon leaves. For a citrus, it lasted over 8 hours, which is very good, since these fragrances tend to evaporate more easily than oriental ones. It’s for spring and summer (in my region, it can stretch into autumn due to the heat). For anyone who likes citrus, it’s a must-try. The price isn’t cheap, but it might be worth it for the aroma and performance.

Fresh, citrusy, and clean, with excellent performance and perfect for warm, humid climates like mine. It doesn’t feel chemical or artificial at all; projection is medium, and longevity is notable without having a noticeable woody presence. It’s not cheap, but the performance and naturalness make up for it.

It kicks off super citrusy, fresh, and with an effervescent touch. I really get the lime and citron. Then, in the heart, the mint and basil give it a green vibe. Finally, the vetiver adds a slight woody note without losing its freshness. The best thing about Cedrat Enivrant is that it lasts forever; for a citrus, the longevity and projection are top-notch. It’s unisex, though it leans more toward men. Perfect for heat, but works in the cold too. Great for day and night. A fantastic fragrance from Atelier.

One of the best citrus fragrances I’ve ever tried. Lemony, with citron, lime, and bergamot. The mint is barely noticeable, same with the vetiver or juniper (absolutely none of the juniper). Depending on the day, it sometimes comes out more acidic, other times a bit sweeter, perhaps due to the juniper berries. When the bergamota stands out, it gives a ‘calizo’ effect that sometimes doesn’t appear or I don’t detect it, and if it does, it adds a slightly orangey tone. Perfect for summer and feels very natural. Longevity and trail are impressive for this type of fragrance, easily exceeding 6-7 hours on skin. The trail is very good for the first 2-3 hours, then moderate. I recently tried Dior’s new ‘Eau Sauvage COLOGNE’ and it seemed very similar (too similar, perhaps…) to this one from Atelier, but the Dior feels much more forced, less natural, and above all flatter, with many fewer nuances and also worse performance. A great tribute by this great brand to citrus and gin-tonic, as well as a practical demonstration of how to make a citrus cologne, a theme this house masters perfectly. The 200ml bottle that comes with a 30ml travel size in a custom leather case (with your chosen color and engraved text) seems to offer excellent value. (I swear I have no commercial or other kind of relation with the brand. XD). For me it’s easy: If you like citrus, refreshing, and high-quality fragrances, I think it’s a must-have.