Forest Bathing by Aftelier bottle
Aftelier

Forest Bathing

3.8/5 · 11 votes Unisex 2019
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Fragrance notes

Notes
Japanese Cypress

Character

Longevity2.7/5
Sillage3.3/5
Day50
Night75
Fall100
Spring75
Winter75
Summer25
Our take

Forest Bathing presents pear and bergamot in a bright, juicy manner that feels like stepping onto a damp path at the edge of a sleeping grove. Violet adds a soft powder that floats above the sharper citrus, while hinoki wood and cypress bring a clean, resinous texture to the air. Fir sits nearby with a cool needle-like edge, and myrrh deepens the mix with a faint bitter warmth. Sandalwood rounds the woods into something smooth and slightly sweet, never heavy. The aromatic accord keeps the composition upright and structured, while the aquatic facet suggests cold water moving over stones. It is a scent that fits a quiet walk under bare branches when the sky is dark and the air is crisp.

The fruity opening can feel a touch synthetic next to the natural woods, creating a small gap between the top and the heart. Powder from the violet sometimes dominates the citrus, muting the fresh spice that makes the woods interesting. Cypress and Japanese cypress provide a lovely dry foundation, but the pear lingers longer than the forest notes, which may frustrate those seeking pure timber. The sweetness is mild, yet it prevents the fragrance from feeling completely raw. For a creation built around natural materials, the balance occasionally leans too far toward the candy side of the orchard.

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