Big Sur Eucalyptus by DS&Durga bottle
DS&Durga

Big Sur Eucalyptus

3.7/5 · 214 votes Unisex 2023
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Fragrance notes

Notes
Dried Fallen Leaves

Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage2.6/5
Day100
Night54
Spring97
Fall91
Summer80
Winter55
Our take

Big Sur Eucalyptus opens with a sharp, camphorous slap of eucalyptus and cold sea water, the kind that stings your nostrils and clears your head instantly. The cypress and rosemary come in as a green, resinous undertow, while cardamom and magnolia add a faint, almost surprising softness that stops it from becoming too clinical. As it dries down, the dried fallen leaves and woody notes emerge, turning the composition into a damp forest floor that has been splashed by ocean spray. The overall effect is like a single, vivid breath of coastal air on a foggy spring morning, a snapshot of the California coast that fades before you have fully blinked.

This is a natural feeling scent, leaning more niche than mainstream, but it wears so close to the skin that you will be constantly re-sniffing your wrist. The longevity barely scrapes three hours, and the sillage is a whisper at best, which is a genuine shame because the blend is beautifully balanced between aromatic, marine, and fresh spicy accords. It feels fresh and slightly melancholic, never sweet or heavy.

This fragrance suits the introvert who wants a private cloud of clean, woody greenery rather than a broadcast. Skip it if you need projection or all day performance. It thrives as a gentle day scent for spring, summer, or fall, especially on a cool morning walk or a lazy afternoon at the coast. Wear it while reading a book by an open window, but do not expect it to carry you through dinner.

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