Essential by Lacoste Fragrances

One of my first fragrances; I remember it as super fresh, smelling of alcohol and rich beer. It’s ideal for hot days, though it doesn’t last even 20 minutes at night.

I liked it more when I was a teenager. I’m not sure if the fragrance has changed, but it doesn’t smell the same as it did 15 years ago. It’s very citrusy and heavy, one of those that can give you a headache.

It will always be my favorite perfume!!!

It’s exactly what the brand advertises: a basic fragrance. It’s good taste, suitable for climates between 15 and 35 degrees. While there are many similar perfumes, this one leaves a different dry down. I recommend it, though I always suggest testing it on skin first, as pH can alter the final result.

Personally, I could smell the alcohol way too much to the point where it gave me a headache. I’ve read reviews praising its reach, but I can only conclude it just wasn’t right for my pH.

I gifted this fragrance to my dad, and it’s the most delicious men’s perfume I’ve ever tried. The price is very reasonable, and the scent is spectacular, with a strong presence of tomato and citrus. I’ll definitely buy him a second bottle soon.

Perfect for sunny days: fresh, clean, and everyone loves it. It has an incredibly rich rose note, but the cinnamon and citrus keep it from sounding feminine. It’s unique, with excellent longevity and projection. People tell me I smell great as soon as I walk in. Elegant, ideal with a white shirt.

A friend recommended it to me, and I loved it so much I forgot about it until I saw it in a store again, triggered by the memory. Unfortunately, this time it didn’t convince me as much: it’s fresh and delicious, but it doesn’t last long on the skin (about 3-4 hours), though it lingers more on clothes. My girlfriend adored it and said I smelled great, but I was left unsatisfied. I’d use it for casual occasions, running errands, or a barbecue. A good perfume to smell good when you don’t know what to choose, but I think there are better options; I feel the Lacoste Red smells richer. I’d give it 7.5/10.

I had it when I was 14 and bought it again now that I’m 24; what a treat, it brings back so many school memories. My girlfriend, who has smelled it since then, loves it. We’re both very happy with this scent. It’s fresh, citrusy, clean, and perfect for vacations; it has a purely vacation-like smell.

Fresh, ideal for summer and daily wear. On my skin, it lasts 6 hours with moderate sillage. Not for homophobes, very French. It makes you feel like walking naked down the Champs-Élysées. Part of my collection.

It was originally a gift for my sister’s boyfriend, but our brother ended up keeping it. Since we discovered its scent, we’ve loved it so much that we’d sneak into his room to spray it; his girlfriend used it too, making the place very enjoyable. Even though he’s far away, spraying it makes the whole house smell. I think if you’re a teenager or between 20 and 28, it will suit you perfectly, plus women love it, it’s rich. It lasts quite a while on clothes, deeply embedded.

I’ve been testing it for a few days… it smells sweet, citrusy, and fresh, in that order. The sillage is moderate and on my skin it lasts a maximum of two hours; by three hours, there’s no trace left. What’s it good for? I think it’s great for being at home or after a shower following a workout, especially in spring or summer.

I bought it a few days ago: you need about 10 sprays to get a good sillage. The opening is identical to Lacoste Blanc. I’d dare to say Blanc is the new version of Essential in a white bottle. Its opening is critical but starts to feel a little sweet; however, it maintains that sharp lemon aroma but it’s not invasive. Unlike Blanc, Essential doesn’t take that creamy floral turn; it stays citrus-floral (linear), a bit sweet but light. It’s a rich aroma for mornings and hot days. If you find it, buy it. Buy blind if you like citrus. Easily unisex. I haven’t noticed if it lingers on clothes.

When it came out, I was looking for a perfume to replace the Op Blend (green) which was no longer sold, and searching by colors, I found this. For me, it’s different from what’s usual in fresh perfumes: it’s green, slightly citrusy, and spicy. Maybe its weak point is longevity, but if you apply it well, it lasts about 4 hours. By its price and note quality, it’s worth it. Citrus opening of tangerine and bergamot; in the dry-down, you feel the rose and a bit of mint, along with the patchouli, which I think is what distinguishes Essential from other summer fresh scents.

Summer, fresh, and elegant, very 2000s. I remember when I was a teenager and went alone to Liverpool; I came across a scent I really liked but didn’t know how to identify (maybe if I’d known more about notes, I would have asked a salesperson). I just moved to a new city and lived with an older roommate; one good morning before heading to work, that smell drifted in, and I almost had to drag him out of his room to ask him what the heck was smelling so good. To my surprise, it was this fragrance! When I moved out, I bought it. Although it’s nothing new, it’s an excellent acquisition: it smells fresh, projects decently, and lasts about 7 hours on the skin. 8/10.