L’eau des Hesperides

15 reseñas

Mostrando las más recientes primero.

• sisiruperte

  July 28, 2013

  

  Sparkling without being elegant. Of course fresh, but also somewhat rough. A clear example of power without style. Somewhere between Fairy and Hamptons.

• gelo999

  March 25, 2016

  

  This Diptyque fragrance is an interesting bet, but it has one phase that ruins everything. It has good longevity and projection across two distinct phases. It opens with citrus, featuring a potent and pleasant bitter orange, followed by a burst of very synthetic, soapy grass that floods everything, pushing the scent into cleaning or disinfection territory. The mint note saves it a bit, neutralizing that odd aroma. The drydown keeps that touch with a very soft musk without losing the previous scent. If it weren’t for that drugstore note, it would be very good for morning use and hot days. Still, the scent is original, and the idea of mixing citrus with mint for that almost polar freshness has appealed to me. Rating: 4.

• gelo999

  April 8, 2016

  

  This Diptyque fragrance seems like a different and very interesting bet, but with one phase that ruins everything. The fragrance develops in two distinct phases with very good longevity and projection. It opens with citrus and a potent, pleasant bitter orange note, then immediately a burst of very synthetic and soapy grass, just as the previous commenter mentioned, floods everything, making the fragrance feel like a cleaner or disinfectant. The mint note saves it a bit by neutralizing this strange scent to some extent. The dry-down is mostly the same with a very soft musky touch, never losing the previously described aroma. If it weren’t for that drugstore-like disinfectant note, this would be a very good option for morning use and hot days. Still, the scent is original, and the idea of mixing citrus with mint for that almost polar freshness has appealed to me. Rating: 4.

• marisol santilla

  October 14, 2017

  

  I’m writing my review again… today I bought this fragrance since I only tested a sample a few days ago. I insist, I don’t get the mint… it comes out more dry, herbal, floral… a touch of floral. It fascinates me; I can’t stop smelling it. Longevity? Wow, wonderful! 10/10 on longevity for this cologne. If you like something different, go ahead and try it.

• marisol santilla

  October 27, 2017

  

  Correction, sorry… it’s an eau de cologne. I always wrote ‘eau de toilette,’ which is why it seems even better to me, because it’s cologne water, and it stays on very well.

• marisol santilla

  October 27, 2017

  

  I’m a fan of Diptyque, and while I know their scents aren’t for everyone, they are very original in their style. I tested a sample of this eau de toilette and found it very rich and good, as despite being an EDT, it doesn’t fade easily. I agree with some points from previous comments: everyone alters and intensifies fragrances differently. Each person’s pH does its job and can vary the perfume significantly, especially with Diptyque. On me, it comes out very herbal and musky; I don’t sense the mint, but rather something more floral-herbal and bitter. I like it for being different. I give it an 8.5-9.

• marisol santilla

  November 3, 2017

  

  I’m a fan of Diptyque… and although I know their scents aren’t for every nose or taste, there’s no doubt they are very original in style. I tested a sample of this eau de toilette… and honestly, I found it very rich and good. Good in the sense that despite being an eau de toilette, it doesn’t fade easily. Now, reading the two previous comments, I agree with some points… remember that each person alters and intensifies fragrances differently. Each pH does its job. A man to a woman (my case) can vary a lot in how a perfume develops. And even more with these Diptyque scents… For me, it comes out very herbal and musky; I don’t feel the mint at all, it’s more floral-herbal… bitter. But I like it because it’s different. I give it an 8.5-9.

• Wendigo

  October 14, 2021

  

  This is how I’ll smell on the first day of my next life. I’ve changed jobs and start tomorrow, Monday, after a very successful stint for an offer that initially seems even better. But starting over in my field always means starting from scratch, having to prove everything again, with that dose of uncertainty that comes from stepping out of your comfort zone. Few things make me feel as alive, but at first, it’s not always easy. And I wanted to smell something I hadn’t smelled before, to associate a different scent in my own mind with this new beginning. My first choice was something else. Then the second. Then the third. I didn’t even know this fragrance and stumbled upon it by chance. I tend to think those coincidences mean something. There are more coincidences I attribute to absurd meanings. The fragrance is named after the mythical Garden of the Hesperides, where the ‘goddesses of the evening’ guarded the golden apples of bliss. Stealing them was the penultimate of Hercules’ labors. This fragrance is a charming floral with a citrus opening that is energizing and soon shifts to herbal, aided by mint. I need that joy when I wake up early to head out the door, when I’m feeling tired. It will surely help recharge my batteries. It’s something you’d want to wear after a shower when the day begins, not when it ends. I’ve only worn it once as a test, and it seems to have quite good performance. That’s something you shouldn’t take for granted with Diptyque, and I really appreciate it. The absolute star is the periwinkle, even though it’s classified as a base note; for me, it stays at the center throughout the fragrance’s development. It’s a captivating note. Honestly, I could keep smelling it for a long time. Maybe it will be the most necessary one, because there will also be moments when you’re sure you’ve made a mistake, that you chose poorly… Is it too naive to think that this note could comfort me when I feel regret? Because it’s kind, charming, clean, and honest; because I’ll just need it to cradle me in its goodness, to remind me where I came from and everything I’ve already gained; because there’s no reason to be afraid, because the light could never truly be lost, and the whole path was illuminated. Periwinkle was a plant grown on rooftops because it was believed to protect against lightning. More coincidences, yes, perhaps they don’t make sense. And who am I to tell you they don’t? This is how I’ll smell on the first day of my next life.

• Wendigo

  October 14, 2021

  

  This is how my new Monday will smell. After switching jobs for a better offer, I know that starting over in my field comes with that dose of uncertainty that leaving your comfort zone entails. Few things make me feel as alive, even if it’s not a pleasant taste at first. I wanted a new scent to associate with this beginning. I tried other options, but I stumbled upon this fragrance by chance, and I think those coincidences mean something. It’s a charming floral with an energizing citrus opening that soon turns herbal with mint. I need that joy to step out the door without feeling drained; it definitely recharges my batteries. It’s perfect after a shower to start the day. I’ve only worn it once, but the performance is good, which is something to appreciate in Diptyque. The star is the periwinkle, which is at the center of my life all the time. It’s breathtaking and perhaps the most necessary when the moment of doubt or regret arrives. It’s kind, clean, and honest; I just need to be cradled in its kindness and reminded of where I come from and what I’ve already achieved. Periwinkle was once believed to protect against lightning when growing on rooftops, more nonsense, but who am I to say they’re wrong? This is how my next life will smell.

• Carcanuelo

  February 21, 2023

  

  Olivier Pescheux has become one of my favorite perfumers, alongside Daniela Andrier. Smelling Diptyque perfumes really shows you the quality difference between a designer fragrance and a niche one. This L’Eau des Hespérides outshines Erba Pura a thousand times, both in the naturalness of its notes and the beauty of the scent; it’s true that Xerjoff’s version is louder, but I find loudness annoying, especially when the voice isn’t even pleasant. This one from Diptyque doesn’t shout, yet it projects easily. That herbal citrus opening smells like the Garden of Eden, soon joined by flowers and the freshness of mint, gradually giving way to a musk with a very subtle, creamy soapy quality. It projects and lasts longer than it seems. Another gem from Pescheux, another treasure from Diptyque.

• AlonsoMP

  April 13, 2023

  

  I was looking for a perfume for this hot season, something that leaves a clean feeling, nothing sweet, citrusy, herbal, and floral. I spent the whole morning smelling niche perfumery like Penhaligon’s, Mancera, Amouage, PDM, etc., and almost gave up without finding anything that satisfied me. When I passed by Diptyque, the lady showed me several with great attention, listening to my questions and saying, ‘This is what you’re looking for.’ When I smelled it, I thought, ‘This is exactly what I was looking for.’ What a perfect find for this hot season; it has great performance on me. Definitely not a blind buy, not because it’s a difficult scent, but because it’s a bit ‘simple’ for more experienced noses; for me, it’s perfect.

• AlonsoMP

  April 21, 2023

  

  I was looking for a perfume for this hot season, something that leaves a clean sensation, nothing too sweet, wanting something citrusy, herbal, and floral. I spent the whole morning sniffing niche perfumes like Penhaligon’s, Mancera, Amouage, PDM, etc. When I was about to give up because I couldn’t find anything that really clicked, I walked into Diptyque, and the sales associate started showing me several options. She was very attentive, listened to my questions, and said, ‘This is what you’ve been looking for.’ When I smelled it, I thought, ‘This is exactly what I was searching for.’ What a perfect find for this heat season; it has great longevity on me. Definitely not a blind buy, not because it’s a difficult scent, but because it’s a bit ‘simple’ for many more experienced noses; for me, it’s perfect.

• FranzPR

  October 3, 2025

  

  Diptyque is a house I love. They have a particular approach to creating fragrances: elegant, distinct, and full of personality. Although L’Eau des Hespérides isn’t among my favorites from the brand, I recognize it’s very well executed. The opening is citrusy, but without the typical aggressive hit of lemon or orange that saturates. Here, the citrus is bright but balanced, contained from the start without losing freshness. Soon after, it turns into a green, herbal, and slightly earthy tone, reminiscent of classic vetiver compositions. It’s not vetiver per se, but it has that elegant, dry, and sophisticated vibe. The best part is that it’s an easy-to-wear citrus, nothing generic. It has charisma, feels polished and natural, ideal for lazy mornings, the office, or when you’re looking for something clean with character. Unisex, without pretension, with that distinctive Diptyque seal.

• FranzPR

  October 10, 2025

  

  I absolutely love Diptyque. They have a very particular approach to creating fragrances: elegant, distinct, and full of personality. While L’Eau des Hespérides isn’t among my favorite scents from the brand, I have to admit it’s a very well-executed fragrance. The opening is clearly citrusy, but don’t expect the typical aggressive hit of lemon or orange that lingers and saturates. Here, the citrus is bright yet balanced, as if contained from the start without losing its freshness. Shortly after, it takes an interesting turn toward a greener, herbal, and slightly earthy tone, reminding me of classic vetiver compositions. It’s not vetiver per se, but it has that elegant, dry, and sophisticated vibe. What I like most is that it’s a very easy-to-wear citrus, nothing generic. It has charisma, feels polished and natural—ideal for lazy mornings, heading to the office, or just when you’re looking for something clean but with character. Unisex, without any fuss, and with that distinctive stamp that Diptyque puts on all its creations.

• PacmanKinder

  November 9, 2025

  

  What a delight! Fresh, sweet, and minty orange. Very much in line with Oyedo.