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Rabanne · Sold as masculine
XS
Not a scent you'd wear to be noticed — one you'd wear to feel like yourself, blending crisp citrus with woody undertones that make it perfect for any occasion.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
XSMid-range · $40–100
50%Similar accords, often for lessCool Water Caribbean Summer Edition · DavidoffBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1994 by Rabanne and crafted by perfumers Gérard Anthony and Rosendo Mateu, XS is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men that balances fresh, spicy notes with woody warmth. The opening of bergamot, mint, rosemary, lemon, and tarragon sets a crisp and invigorating tone, while the heart of Brazilian rosewood, sage, bourbon geranium, and coriander adds complexity and depth. The base notes of sandalwood, musk, oakmoss, cedar, vanilla, patchouli, and ambergris create a warm, enveloping finish that lingers on the skin.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points and let the fragrance develop naturally. The initial burst of fresh spicy notes fades within an hour, but the warm base notes will linger throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — XS, Rabanne
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Gérard Anthony
Fifty years, from Lautier to Jean NielGérard Anthony, born in 1944, discovered his passion for perfume at fourteen while working a summer job in Grasse, captivated by the scent of jasmine in the morning air.
Co-created with Rosendo Mateu
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 33%, disliked or hated by 11%.