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Catalyst for Men by Halston — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Halston· 1994· After Shave

Catalyst for Men

Name: Catalyst for Men by Halston
Brand: Halston
Rating: 8.14 (429 reviews)

8.1429

Mostly galbanum and sage, warmed by frankincense. Best in fall, made for daily wear.

Perfumer: Ilias Ermenidis, Harry Frémont

Scent profile

Top notes

GalbanumSageBasilTarragonCarawayJasmineLavenderTuberoseBergamotMandarin orangeMint

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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Heart notes

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Base notes

FrankincenseLabdanumLeatherOakmossBenzoinCedarTonka beanAmberMuskPatchouliSandalwoodVetiverCoconut

When to wear it

A fall and spring fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

FallDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

86%

Spring

99%

Summer

88%

Fall

100%

Day

100%

Night

84%

Where

Office

88%

Casual

100%

Date

92%

Club

59%

Formal

88%

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7.25

Sport

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