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Essential by Lacoste

Lacoste· 2005· Lotion Après Rasage

Essential

7.92.8KTypically ~$36

Tangerine and tomato leaf up top, drying down to patchouli and sandalwood. Best in fall, made for daily wear.

FreshCitrusSpicyGreenWoody

Perfumer: Laurent Bruyère, IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances)

Scent profile

Top notes

Tangerine Tomato leaf Bergamot Blackcurrant

Heart notes

Black pepper Rose

Base notes

Patchouli Sandalwood

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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A spring fragrance that wears easiest in daylight — at its best for everyday wear and the office.

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

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76%

Spring

100%

Summer

90%

Fall

91%

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Night

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Where

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95%

Casual

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Date

82%

Club

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Formal

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Performance

Longevitymoderate

Sillagemoderate

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