2018
Molten Steel

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Zara  ·  Sold as masculine

Molten Steel

The crisp air of an early morning commute, where the scent of bergamot energizes you for the day ahead and sage grounds you as you navigate through the city.

4.2010 ratingsWarmly received so far
Scent fingerprint
aromaticcitrusherbalambersoft spicyfresh spicy
Molten SteelBudget · under $40

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate14% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak29%
Weak14%
Moderate43%
Long lasting14%
Eternal0%
SillageModerate44% say strong or enormous
Intimate11%
Moderate44%
Strong22%
Enormous22%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

When to Wear

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Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine100%
⚥
Unisex0%
♀
Feminine0%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Molten Steel by Zara, launched in 2018, is a citrus aromatic fragrance for men that strikes a balance between freshness and warmth. The top note of bergamot brings an invigorating zing, while the middle note of sage adds a herbal depth that cuts through the brightness without overpowering it. The composition settles into amber, providing a warm and comforting base that lingers throughout the day.

How to wear it

One or two sprays are sufficient — the citrus opening is bright but fades within a couple of hours. The amber base takes over after that, ensuring a warm and comforting presence throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Molten Steel, Zara

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

4.20/ 5 · 10 ratings

Warmly received so far: loved by 40%, disliked or hated by 10%.

Love40%
Like50%
OK0%
Dislike10%
Hate0%
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