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Shiseido · Sold as masculine
Zen Sun for Men 2014
The first rays of sunlight on a cool beach walk, where yuzu and white pepper mingle with minty breezes and warm amber tones.
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Zen Sun for Men 2014Mid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Zen Sun for Men 2014, launched by Shiseido in 2014 and crafted by perfumer Françoise Caron, is a Woody Aquatic fragrance that embodies the essence of a fresh coastal morning. The composition opens with vibrant yuzu and white pepper, creating a dynamic contrast between its zesty brightness and spicy warmth. This is complemented by mint and bergamot, adding layers of green freshness and citrus tanginess. As it settles, amber and woodsy notes provide a grounding base that carries the scent through the day.
Apply one to two sprays for a balanced presence throughout the day. The yuzu and white pepper notes are bright and fleeting, so don't overdo it; the woody base will carry the scent well into the evening.
Fig. 01 — Zen Sun for Men 2014, Shiseido
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Françoise Caron
One of the first women to master the Grasse methodFrançoise Caron is a perfumer born in Grasse, France in 1949, into a family involved in the raw materials trade, and one of the few women in the perfumery industry at the time she trained at the Roure Bertrand Dupont Perfumery School.
The Zen line
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