RED 198C
Fragrance notes
Character
You want a clean, modern skin scent that smells like cedar dust and bright citrus without shouting across the room. RED 198C builds its entire personality around Iso E Super and vetiver, two materials that create a soft, woody haze right against the skin. Lemon adds a sharp, fresh flicker that keeps the blend from feeling flat, while hedione smooths the edges into something airy and slightly floral. It is a minimal composition that wears close and stays within a personal radius, so nobody across the table will catch it unless they lean in. The effect is dry and transparent rather than sweet, and the synthetic musks give it a gentle, laundry-fresh lift that feels more urban than forest.
Coumarin brings a faint vanilla warmth that keeps the vetiver from turning too sharp, but this remains a crisp, green, and amber-tinged aroma that suits office hours and weekend errands alike. It holds its shape for a sensible stretch before the woods step back, which is perfect for anyone who dislikes heavy, clinging bases. People who reach for loud, evening-focused ouds or dense gourmands will find it too quiet for their taste. It suits someone who values a subtle signature over a dramatic entrance. The lingering impression is a musky, citrus-tinged wood.
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