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The year 2000 gave us Chakra 3 Aveda. A unisex fragrance from the spicy and wood families. The fragrance is presented as fragrant mist.
It's quite fleeting: longevity is very low, so feel free to reapply generously. The home of this fragrance is the United States. Chakra 3 Aveda unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance has very low longevity and lasts only about 1 hour on the skin, leaving only a light, barely perceptible trail
The scent exists only for you—no one around you will notice it
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A weightless, fragrant veil with a light concentration delicately refreshes the skin and gives a feeling of cleanliness and comfort
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The olfactory structure of Chakra 3 is shaped as a layered story, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The style of Aveda comes through in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. Every decision feels deliberate, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Fragrant mist supports the right density and pace of development.
When the pyramid is blended into one block the fragrance opens as a single chord with a warm incense mood: Fir Resin, Lavender and Lemon.
The inner phases are read as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
The accord architecture is built around these accords: Balsamic, Aromatic, Citrus and Floral with each one in a clear role. Additional accords such as Wood and Amber expand the olfactory volume in the background. The stylistic positioning is unisex, which makes the scent profile easier to read.
At olfactory-group level the profile is anchored in Balsamic, Green, Citrus and Spicy. The framework further includes Wood.
Overall Chakra 3 sounds complete from start to finish — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. These are the scent structures best understood on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Aveda |
| Segment | Premium perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.aveda.com |
| Year of production | 2000 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Fragrant mist |
| License holder | Estée Lauder Companies |
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