Azuura

Conclusion

This fragrance is suited for an individual who desires a casual aquatic scent profile but isn't overly concerned with the complexities of fine fragrance. Perhaps someone who spends weekends boating or enjoys a brisk morning walk along a coastal path, seeking a rudimentary olfactory representation of the sea.

How it Smells

Azuura opens with a forceful marine accord, dominated by a synthetic driftwood note reminiscent of sun-baked, bleached lumber. The seaweed is present, albeit leaning towards an iodized salt impression rather than verdant kelp. A medicinal oud struggles to emerge, battling against a sharp lemon accord that borders on cleaning product astringency. The heart fares slightly better, the cypress lending a coniferous backbone, although the promised yellow mandarin registers as a generalized citrus zest. The base attempts gravitas with incense, which presents as a papery smoke, and vetiver, rendered here as a rooty greenness without its characteristic earthy depth. The oak is a faint whisper, contributing only a suggestion of dryness. Compared to its inspiration, Azuura lacks the multifaceted richness and nuanced blending, exhibiting a noticeable disparity in ingredient quality and refinement.

The Performance Stats

Longevity clocked in at approximately 5 hours. Projection is moderate for the first hour, reaching about an arm's length, before quickly settling into a skin scent. Tested in a climate-controlled office environment.