ISSEY MIYAKE

Fragrance Overview

Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme EDT is a woody-aquatic fragrance launched in 1994, composed by the master perfumer Jacques Cavallier‑Belletrud . This scent beautifully balances citrus freshness, spicy warmth, and a solid woody foundation, capturing the essence of water through a modern and timeless lens.

Scent Profile

Top Notes

• Yuzu (a bright, sparkling Japanese citrus), lemon, bergamot, mandarin, lemon verbena, tarragon, cypress, sage, coriander, calone (a marine-salty synthetic note)
  A radiant, zesty, and slightly marine opening—effervescent and invigorating 

Heart (Middle) Notes

• Water lily (blue lotus), nutmeg, cinnamon, bourbon geranium, saffron, lily-of-the-valley, mignonette
  Displays a refined interplay of aquatic florals and soft spice, lending both elegance and a subtly warm edge 

Base Notes

• Cedarwood, sandalwood, vetiver, tobacco, musk, amber
  A grounding base of woods and earthy accords enriched with a masculine presence and depth .

Character & Vibe

• Fragrance Family: Woody‑Aquatic combined with citrus, spicy, floral, and green elements 

• Mood & Experience: Fresh, clean, calming—yet with a distinctive, masculine energy. Often described as evoking the scent of water or even nostalgic beach escapes 

• One reviewer describes it as “a refreshing glass of 'Shikanji' (Indian Lemonade)”—crisp, zesty, and with a hint of spice that evolves into smooth sandalwood as it dries down