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Bath and Body Works launched Forest in 2020 — and it was a brilliant move. A masculine fragrance rooted in the fern and wood families. A fragrance from the Men's collection, in eau de cologne.
Produced in the United States, where perfumery has long been elevated to an art form. Forest Bath and Body Works unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A fresh and light fragrance with a concentration of fragrant substances up to 5% according to French standards, giving a feeling of purity and coolness
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 composition of Forest is shaped as a living composition, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The signature of Bath and Body Works is clear in the way notes appear and fade. No excess details, only what works, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de Cologne emphasizes a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
The accord profile is built around these accords: Aromatic, Citrus and Wood without random overlap. The profile is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
In a unified mixed pyramid the fragrance opens as a single chord with a glittering citrus mood: Bergamot, Cedar and Sage. In this case 3 notes sound as one integrated frame, forming a sensation of cool purity that feels seamless.
The deeper layers are read as a gradual shift without abrupt breaks, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Citrus, Wood and Aromatic. Within olfactory families the scent maps to Fern and Wood.
Taken together Forest reads as a cohesive composition — the start forms character, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the fragrances best experienced through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Bath and Body Works |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.bathandbodyworks.com |
| Year of production | 2020 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne |
| License holder | Limited Brands |
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