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He Wood Cologne Dsquared², that first saw the light of day in 2017, sits firmly in the category of a masculine fragrance, belonging to the fern and wood families. Daphne Bugey — the creative mind behind this fragrance. From the He Wood collection; released as eau de cologne.
The sillage is moderate — present, but never overpowering. This fragrance doesn't rush to leave — you can count on high longevity. Behind this fragrance stands Canada and its rich perfumery heritage. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you
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 He Wood Cologne is shaped as a continuous scent journey, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The signature of Dsquared² is clear in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de Cologne keeps the right density and pace of development.
From the group perspective the profile is anchored in Ambery, Wood, Citrus and Musk. It also reaches into Mineral, Floral and Green.
In the first seconds you meet invigorating sunny top notes: Ambergris, Blue Spruce, Lemon and Mandarin.
In the heart you meet Aquatic accord, Violet and Violet leaf keeping a aqueous-mineral direction.
The internal accord map is shaped by these accords: Balsamic, Aquatic, Citrus and Floral forming a compact and readable structure. Background accords such as Musc, Wood and Amber enrich the profile without taking over. The profile is masculine, which clarifies the composition character. In longevity terms High suggests confident staying power.
Overall He Wood Cologne reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best judged through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Dsquared² |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | Canada |
| Website | http://www.dsquared.com/ |
| Year of production | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne |
| License holder | Euroitalia SRL |
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