Matrix Recoded Edition by The Dua Brand bottle
The Dua Brand

Matrix Recoded Edition

4.0/5 · 2 votes Masculine 2022
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity4.0/5
Sillage3.8/5
Day100
Night0
Spring100
Summer100
Fall100
Winter0
Our take

Matrix Recoded Edition does not hold back. It arrives loud and stays loud, which is exactly what will drive some people away before the first spray has even settled on the skin. The mix of pink pepper, cardamom, and nutmeg brings a sharp, dusty heat that can feel a bit abrasive if you are looking for something smooth and polished. There is a roughness here that reads as synthetic at times, especially when the amber and patchouli start to wrap around the brighter citrus notes. This is not a subtle companion for a quiet morning. It wants movement, sunlight, and open air.

Picture a warm afternoon with the windows down and the road ahead clear. Sicilian bergamot and neroli give the fragrance a bright, uplifting start, while Haitian vetiver and guaiac wood ground it with an earthy, green depth. Jasmine and cedar add a clean, slightly formal edge that keeps the whole composition from leaning too heavily into spice. It suits someone who likes a fragrance with a strong silhouette and does not mind a little attitude in the bottle. If you prefer soft, barely-there scents that sit close and whisper, this will feel like too much presence in a small space. The trail is full of patchouli.

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