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Shiseido · Sold as feminine
Zen 2000
The quiet strength of a serene library where the scent of fresh flowers and earthy woods blend together, creating an atmosphere of calm confidence.
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Zen 2000Mid-range · $40–100
50%Similar accords, often for lessShaheen Silver · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Zen 2000 by Shiseido was launched in 2000 and is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance crafted by perfumer Nathalie Lorson. The composition opens with the freshness of bergamot and gentiana, which gives way to the heart notes of violet and iris. These floral elements are balanced by earthy accords like oakmoss and bamboo, creating a harmonious blend that settles into a musky base of pear wood and patchouli. This fragrance embodies the essence of tranquility and elegance, reflecting Shiseido's long-standing tradition of refined sophistication.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points for a balanced presence. The floral opening is fresh but short-lived, so the musky base notes will carry the fragrance throughout the day, making it ideal for both daytime and evening wear.
Fig. 01 — Zen 2000, Shiseido
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Nathalie Lorson
The fragrance chameleonNathalie Lorson is a master perfumer at Firmenich and one of the most versatile noses working today.
The Zen line
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Designer Shiseido
More from the house · founded 1872 · Japan
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The originalZen 2000Shiseido · Mid-range · $40–100Lattafa Perfumes · 2022Shaheen SilverShares 5 of its 7 notesunder $40★ 3.98 (513)50%Match
Swiss ArabianIris & BerryShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 4.67 (6)
With Shiseido Mizu No Ka 2011
Adds citrus, green and white floral; shares musk.
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 36%, disliked or hated by 15%.