Ungaro pour L’Homme III by Emanuel Ungaro

I’ve had this bottle of Ungaro III since 2019, and to be honest, I didn’t give it a second thought until the year 2025 ended. Now that I truly know it, it’s a great perfume: smells good, with rose and geranium notes over wood and a green touch. It smells like the 90s, but it doesn’t feel outdated; it’s different from what people wear today. Perfect for the office and transitional seasons. The trail is very masculine and pleasant. For the price, it gives way more than it costs, and nobody will smell exactly like you. JGS

It has a green note, but it’s not vintage; I see it as current, even though I’ve been wearing it for a few years. It’s not like Quorum or Paco Rabanne Pour Homme. It has a modern green vibe and dries down into a barbershop-style fragrance. It reminds me a lot of Tous Man Intense, though it doesn’t have the same longevity, but its opening is richer. It’s good for work, nothing too loud, lasts 6 hours without issues, and has a very reasonable price. There are many in that league, but this one stands out.

Very masculine opening, a bit strong for my taste, but it softens as the hours pass. I think lavender dominates, and I find a resemblance to Carolina Herrera for Men, just more intense. I wouldn’t buy it again.

Wow! What a scent. I once smelled something similar on my father; it evokes memories and feelings. It’s an excellent fragrance for the price paid. If you like citrus and woods, this is a safe blind buy.

I think anyone looking for a fragrance wants that small moment of happiness when spraying it. Ungaro III from the 90s manages to draw a smile from ear to ear on me. It’s not just timeless; it’s refined in every aspect, smelling like a hyper-luxury barbershop. It projects enough to leave a memory on the wearer. I won’t get into reformulation debates because I simply don’t like them, and I believe profiting or claiming one batch is better is just a way to raise prices and deceive consumers. The story of Ungaro III isn’t erased by thousands of reformulations. How many fragrances would want to transcend the way this beauty has, does, and will continue to do so.

What an amazing scent! I’ve been using it for over a decade since my twenties, and it smells nothing like anything else I’ve tried. It might share some similarities with other barbershop fragrances like Ungaro III, but it doesn’t resemble any classic closely. I buy it, finish it, and repurchase it a year or two later; every time I wear it, I remember why I’ve owned at least five bottles. It’s not a beast in projection, but the longevity is impressive. Luckily, I just managed to find the Bold and Gold version, which is no longer bottled but still available, and I recommend it even more because it’s denser and projects better. The notes are spot on: Estelar rose, a scent I absolutely love and which I believe is the vodka note, some sandalwood, and lavender. To me, it’s timeless and elegant.

I wouldn’t say it’s my favorite fragrance due to its short longevity, but without a doubt, it’s my favorite scent. It’s super versatile, sexy, somewhat fresh, but always making it clear that the wearer is a true gentleman. It’s timeless and addictive.

Over time, my opinion on this fragrance has changed; now it’s one of my favorites. The scent seems like the perfect blend of elegance and sexiness, to be clear, it smells like a ‘good guy.’ It’s super versatile, especially for afternoons and nights, and it smells absolutely delicious.

I really wish they’d release an EDP version of this fragrance. The batch I have is terribly short-lived and it’s a real shame—even on clothes, it’s barely there. I have to reapply constantly; even when I’m generous, it lasts about 3 hours with only an hour of projection, which is extremely weak. It is affordable, sure, but it’s not worth reapplying that frequently. The scent itself is a very special, spicy, boozy rose that’s in no way intrusive. It’s quite intimate, if not too intimate.

A woody fragrance that smells like a successful man in a suit. The price is a steal; it has such a rich, potent aroma that it seems worth much more.

One of my all-time favorite fragrances. It brings back the best memories from the 90s. The recent reformulation hasn’t hurt it as much as other scents. Highly recommended at 200%. I love it and I think I’ll always wear it.

I love it for its versatility; at first it seems simple but hides sophisticated and well-thought-out work. It starts fresh and aromatic, then subtle floral notes enter to give it depth, ending with woods and sandalwood (I don’t detect vetiver). I use it daily, on weekends, for romantic dinners, and even in summer. It smells delicious, isn’t intrusive, and women find it sexy. All of this at an excellent price. A winning formula. I love it! Au revoir.

Despite the rose, which is usually associated with opulent perfumes, this one is very calm, nothing exaggerated, and even seems muted sometimes. I’ve enjoyed it quite a bit; it’s fresh but nocturnal. It has major performance issues… I don’t know what happened in another era… it feels watery on the skin. A pity because based on the scent and price, it would be well recommended. I’m sure it was a great fragrance in its time.

I was lucky to try the 90s formula thanks to a collector friend who sold me a 5 mL sample. It differs in two things: 1. The opening. In the vintage, the lemon is pristine, noticeable, and strong; the transitions are slower and more defined. In the current version, from the start it’s a conglomerate that doesn’t let the lemon and lavender breathe. 2. The organic feel. The 90s version has a niche-like creaminess in the heart. Then they are almost identical, with the same longevity and projection. In summary, the reformulation went well; they didn’t mess it up like they did with so many others. It remains a rich perfume. Very masculine, elegant, and comforting.

A slap with a white glove – Chapter III (Ungaro). Over 30 years in the world of scents haven’t taken away my trust in first impressions; I keep stumbling on the same rock. Fortunately, there are fragrances so special that they patiently win us over until we value them. I said in my first review that it wasn’t anything special and that I would empty my 1996 vintage bottle to move on to something new. How wrong I was! What a foolish thing I was about to do. It’s a liquid concoction with surprising exquisiteness, reaching peaks of delight. It fluctuates between sophisticated freshness and a pleasant floral frame. With sandalwood, patchouli, and sage weaving a gallant canvas, it brings to light an intoxicating rose bathed in vodka, plus a clean, coquettish, and opulent lavender. Finally, a woody musky base with a soapy touch. Performance: intermediate projection and excellent longevity. I consider it nocturnal, very versatile, with presence at family gatherings, formal events, or romantic dates. It integrates elegance with nonchalance. A serious ace up the sleeve. It conveys a man with an unforgettable smile and high personal worth. Rating: 10.