Heman by SIAM 1928 bottle
SIAM 1928

Heman

3.8/5 · 8 votes Unisex 2019
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
BorneolStrobilanthes Callosus
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage3.3/5
Day100
Night50
Summer50
Fall50
Winter50
Spring0
Our take

Borneol and aloe vera create a cool, medicinal opening that feels like a shade-covered porch in the middle of a hot day. Lime and orange add a bright, pulpy citrus that draws the eye to the garden outside. Pandanus brings a green, slightly nutty leafiness that sits comfortably beside the clean, watery calm of the aloe. Strobilanthes callosus introduces a camphoraceous edge that keeps the first impression crisp rather than sugary. The heart offers a dense bouquet of rose, ylang-ylang, lily, and orange blossom that smells like a vase of freshly cut stems sitting on a wooden table. Tea notes lend a dry, steeped finish to the flowers so the petals never feel heavy. Vanilla, musk, and amber settle in as a balsamic, sweet foundation that warms the skin under a jacket when the air turns cool. The overall mood is tropical but composed, moving between a forest path and a sunlit room without losing its balance.

This is a fragrance for someone who enjoys a green citrus that slowly transforms into a soft, vanillic floral. The camphor accord gives it a distinctive personality that separates it from typical mass-market releases. It feels at home during a long walk through a citrus grove or while sitting near an open window with a warm drink in hand. The blend of white florals and balsamic base notes creates a comforting atmosphere that suits a relaxed weekend as well as a casual office environment. The sweetness is present but tempered by the woody and green facets that run throughout the composition. Imagine a large, old pandanus tree growing right next to a white porch swing, its long leaves casting narrow stripes of shadow across a glass of fresh lime juice.

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