YuzuOpens with
Water NotesHeart
White MuskDries down to
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L Eau par Kenzo pour Homme
The refreshing sensation of stepping into a cool, modern office after a bustling street — where the crisp citrus notes mingle with a subtle hint of greenery and musk.
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L Eau par Kenzo pour HommeMid-range · $40–100How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1999 and crafted by perfumer Olivier Cresp, L'Eau par Kenzo pour Homme is a fresh aromatic aquatic fragrance that captures the essence of modernity with a touch of Japanese elegance. The composition opens with zesty yuzu and lemon, followed by green bell pepper and water mint, creating an invigorating top note that feels crisp and vibrant. The heart notes feature lotus and white musk, adding layers of softness and freshness to the aquatic accord. Cedar in the base rounds out the scent with a subtle woodiness, providing warmth and depth.
This fragrance is best applied lightly to avoid overpowering its fresh and vibrant character. It projects well on skin but fades quickly in the air, so you may need to reapply for longer-lasting freshness throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — L Eau par Kenzo pour Homme, Kenzo
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Olivier Cresp
The fragrance architectOlivier Cresp is a master perfumer at Firmenich and one of the most accomplished creators in the modern fragrance industry.
“I consider my style a minimalist one, because I am used to expressing figurative ideas through short formulas.”
Olivier Cresp · fragroom, August 2018
The L Eau par Kenzo line
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 9%.