Bamboo LeafOpens with
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Tonka BeanDries down to
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Carolina Herrera · Sold as masculine
Herrera Aqua
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, where crisp citrus and aromatic herbs blend seamlessly into a warm, enveloping base.
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Herrera AquaPremium · $100–250
50%Similar accords, often for lessAmalfi Citrus · Alfred DunhillMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 14 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Herrera Aqua, launched by Carolina Herrera in 2004 and crafted by Carlos Benaïm and Rosendo Mateu, is an aromatic aquatic fragrance that captures the essence of a fresh coastal breeze. The composition opens with bright mandarin orange and bergamot, combined with bamboo leaf and fig leaf for a green freshness. As it evolves, lavender and rosemary add a warm spicy element, while white pepper introduces a subtle heat. The base notes of tonka bean, musk, amber, and vetiver create a grounding warmth that lingers long after the initial burst of citrus.
Herrera Aqua has a relatively short-lived top note, so apply it in layers for prolonged freshness. The warm base notes develop over time, making it ideal for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Herrera Aqua, Carolina Herrera
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Carlos Benaïm
The quiet geniusCarlos Benaïm is a master perfumer at IFF whose name may not be widely recognized outside the industry, yet his creations have shaped the olfactory landscape of the past four decades.
“Perfumers always strive to create a scent that will have long lasting appeal but we never fully know in advance.”
Carlos Benaïm · The Candy Perfume Boy, April 2015
Co-created with Rosendo Mateu
Designer Carolina Herrera
More from the house · founded 1980 · Venezuela
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With Carolina Herrera Blossom Elixir
Adds white floral, honey and floral; shares three accords.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 11%.