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Burning Barbershop
The crisp air of an urban barbershop where the scent of freshly cut hair mingles with the warmth of vanilla and spices, creating a distinctive blend of cleanliness and comfort.
Smells likea barbershop
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Burning BarbershopPremium · $100–250
55%Similar accords, often for lessLe Male Xmas Limited Edition · Jean Paul GaultierMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares lavender and mint8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2010 by DS&Durga, Burning Barbershop is a fragrance that captures the essence of an urban barbershop at its peak. Perfumer David Seth Moltz blends lavender and aromatic greens with fresh spices and citrus to create an invigorating opening that feels like walking into a space where cleanliness meets warmth. The composition gradually shifts toward vanilla and sweet accords, offering a comforting undercurrent that evokes the cozy atmosphere of a well-loved establishment.
Given its long-lasting nature, Burning Barbershop requires only one or two sprays to create a lasting impression. The fresh spicy and citrus notes are most prominent in the first hour, so apply it early if you want the full effect throughout the day. It pairs well with a moderate sillage, making it suitable for both daytime and evening wear.
Fig. 01 — Burning Barbershop, DS&Durga
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David Seth Moltz
Unusual landscapes, forgotten historiesS. & Durga in 2008. His fragrances tell stories of specific, often overlooked moments in time and place, such as El Cosmico, created for a trailer and teepee campsite in the high desert of West Texas.
Designer DS&Durga
More from the house · founded 2007 · United States
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Adds floral and lactonic; shares three accords.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 21%.