Lemon VerbenaOpens with
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Shiseido · Sold as feminine
Rose Synactif
A city park at midday — where sunlight filters through greenery, lemony zest meets rose petals, and the air is crisp with a hint of herbal warmth.
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.
Rose SynactifMid-range · $40–100
44%Similar accords, often for lessZara Sugar Rose · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares lemon, rose and musk8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2013 by Shiseido, Rose Synactif is a Floral Green fragrance that balances bright citrus and aromatic notes with rich florals and musky warmth. The composition opens with lemon verbena and lemongrass, which cut through the sweetness of rose, creating a vibrant contrast. As it settles, chrysanthemum and jasmine sambac add depth to the floral heart, while musk and white woods ground the scent in a subtle, lingering warmth.
One or two sprays are enough to capture its essence. The citrus opening fades within an hour but leaves room for the floral heart and musky base to shine throughout the day. It's best worn in daylight when the vibrant freshness can fully come alive.
Fig. 01 — Rose Synactif, Shiseido
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Designer Shiseido
More from the house · founded 1872 · Japan
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The originalRose SynactifShiseido · Mid-range · $40–100Zara · 2014Zara Sugar RoseShares Lemon, Rose and Muskunder $40★ 3.81 (36)
With Shiseido Mizu No Ka 2011
Adds green and warm spicy; shares musk.
Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers
What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 45%, disliked or hated by 14%.