Yi Sunsin by Heroes of Korea bottle
Heroes of Korea

Yi Sunsin

Unisex 2020
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Yi Sunsin opens with bright Italian lemon and bergamot that feel clean and immediate. The citrus is sharp without biting, giving the fragrance a clear start that signals fresh air and open water. Cypress and geranium arrive soon after, adding a green, slightly herbal edge that keeps the opening from leaning too sweet. So far the profile moves exactly where you expect an aromatic aquatic to go, with salt and marine accords reinforcing the seaside impression. The coconut is present early but stays in the background while the citrus and green herbs lead the way.

The drydown is where the personality settles. Coconut grows richer here, carrying a lactonic softness that blends with patchouli and cedar to form a warm, woody base. Moss adds a damp earthiness that grounds the sweetness and prevents the coconut from dominating. The marine and salty accords linger beneath the woods, so the scent never fully leaves the coast even as it turns creamier and more rounded. It feels natural rather than polished, with the patchouli lending a slight roughness that suits the unisex framing. The cedar provides a dry counterpoint to the coconut, and the overall impression becomes a salty, woody cream that stays close to the skin

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