XS (2018) by Rabanne
Men 2018
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Description
XS (2018) by Rabanne is a woody aromatic fragrance for men, launched in 2018 and created by Rosendo Mateu and Gerard Anthony. The top notes are mint, bergamot, and lemon; the heart notes are juniper berries, coriander, and geranium; and the base notes are rosemary, oakmoss, and sandalwood.
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Key notes
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Top
mint
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Heart
Juniper Berries
- Base rosemary
Community
685 votes
- Positive 77%
- Negative 9.1%
- Neutral 14%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
2,342 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Like it
685 votes
Season
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1,174 votes
Time of day
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573 votes
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Fragrance profile
About XS (2018)
XS (2018) by Rabanne is a woody aromatic fragrance for men, launched in 2018 and created by Rosendo Mateu and Gerard Anthony. The top notes are mint, bergamot, and lemon; the heart notes are juniper berries, coriander, and geranium; and the base notes are rosemary, oakmoss, and sandalwood.
Green, herbal and fougère Flowers Woods and mosses
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
495 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
537 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
408 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Good value
392 votes
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Community reviews
18 reviews
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It’s not a fragrance that stands out at all; quite fleeting. It’s not annoying, but you won’t get compliments wearing it. I bought it at a good price, so it’s worth it. It gives a sense of cleanliness if you wear the right clothes. Going crazy? No, it’s not necessary for your collection; it might go unnoticed, pretty casual.
It’s not a fragrance that stands out in anything; it’s quite fleeting. While it doesn’t bother anyone, don’t expect compliments. I got it at a great price, so that’s the only reason it’s worth having. It gives a sense of neatness (proper attire). Is it worth going crazy over? No, it’s not very necessary in the collection. It can go unnoticed, quite casual.
Pleasant, clean, fresh, green, and rich aroma with a slight woody touch. Versatile for spring, summer, and sometimes fall. I wear it for outdoor hangouts or informal situations, but also for the office to smell fresh. Suitable for any age. Scent: 8, Longevity: 6.4, Projection: 4.7, Value: 7, Compliments: 5, Overall: 6.2.
Pleasant, clean, fresh, green, and rich aroma, with a very light woody touch. It’s versatile for spring, summer, and even autumn sometimes. I use it for outdoor hangouts or informal situations, and also for study to smell fresh. It works for any age. Scent: 8, Longevity: 6.4, Projection: 4.7, Price: 7, Value: 5, Rating: 6.2.
This fragrance is very similar to Green Irish Tweed by Creed.
The 2018 XS version is very similar to Himalaya by Creed. I own both; Himalaya is a bit more citrusy, but essentially they are the same, sharing that metallic touch. I think it’s worth buying this XS for the price compared to Creed. It lasts well on skin, maybe not as much projection, but it lasts about 6 hours. Nothing sweet, rugged, green, metallic… very 90s style.
Alright, straight to the point. For me, at 15, it was a very blind purchase. I based myself on reviews here thinking it was for high school, but it’s more for college. I feel it’s for young old-money 20-year-olds, like fans of Luismi. At first, you notice the green, citrus notes with that foamy metallic touch. Then it opens up with cilantro and fences; the rest is barely noticeable. Conclusion: think before buying if you’re in high school. It’s great for those hot days with 6 sprays daily. In short, it hits the 3 B’s: good, beautiful, and cheap for college kids.
Let’s get straight to the point. For me, at 15, it was a blind buy. I based it on reviews here, thinking it was for high school prep, but it’s more for college. Sorry to young ‘old money’ 20-year-olds, like Luismi boys. At first, you notice the green notes, that citrus combo embraced by that foamy metallic note. Then it opens up with cilantro and fences; I can’t smell the rest if you’re close to it. In short: high school buddies, think before you buy. It’s great for them, not so much for others. I wear it as my signature scent to freshen up with 6 sprays daily in this dog heat. A perfume that hits the 3 B’s: good, beautiful, and cheap for uni guys.
This perfume proves there are scents that smell good on paper but not the same on skin. On blotting paper, I thought it was fresh and pleasant, even considered buying it, but oh! when I tested it on my skin… what a horrible smell, too green and grating. What I appreciate most is the rosemary, juniper berries, geranium, and oakmoss. It’s potent, two sprays fill a room, but honestly, it’s not for me. Perfect for spring and day!
At first, you notice a lot of mint with bergamot. It’s like a fresh breath with a slight talc touch. Quite masculine, not elegant, more casual style or for a very relaxed date. I really like the smell; I’d say it suits young adults better. It doesn’t have much personality, but it’s so pleasant to the nose that you don’t miss it.
At first, it smells like lots of mint with bergamot, like a fresh breath with a slight touch of talc. It’s quite masculine, not elegant, but rather casual or for a very relaxed date. I really like the scent; it suits young adults better. It doesn’t have much personality, but it’s so pleasant you don’t miss it.
Nothing special. I was looking for a scent that reminded me of the classic XS and it doesn’t have it. It doesn’t last long and the aroma isn’t what I expected.
Nothing special. I was looking for a scent that reminded me of the classic XS, and it doesn’t have it. It doesn’t last long, and the smell isn’t what I expected.
That Antonio Puig house, every perfume they release is a disaster. What a disgusting line of perfumes they launch to the market; the inspirations from my neighborhood turn out better.
I had the 2011 version, and it was a very masculine, strident fragrance with that 90s touch well marked. Very good longevity and projection back then; this is the distant shadow of what the previous one was. Anyway, it remains a pleasant scent to the nose.
I wore this for a long time and it smells exactly like the original, but the longevity has been destroyed. From the first spray, you can tell it won’t last: not even an hour on skin and a bit more on clothes. It’s a shame they ruined such a good fragrance.
I have the 2018 batch and, frankly, it has lost almost everything except the name. It’s disappointing and I wouldn’t buy it again because it’s a waste of money; it doesn’t even last an hour on clothes. I know it’s original, so it’s not a fake. There are others that cost half as much and are better. It’s a pity it was my favorite; I don’t know if it’s the reformulation or Puig’s reputation for messing things up. Sad but real.
I used the classic XS a lot and didn’t notice major changes with the 2018 version. Maybe it’s a bit less complex to fit new trends, but its soul is still there, that herbal note of the classic. I think it’s a marketing strategy to boost classics since One Million and Invictus are oversaturated. In my opinion, Paco Rabanne should stop making flankers and create something new; they feel very stuck in the past, though I must admit their history has created magnificent fragrances.