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The Dua Brand Poseidon's Citron Wood
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Poseidon’s Citron Wood — fragrance profile
The Dua Brand Poseidon’s Citron Wood is a men's fragrance in the Extrait de Parfum concentration, released in 2022.
The release joined the Inspired Hybrid collection, combining fresh fruity-citrus energy with expressive woody and chypre depth.
The composition was created by Mahsam Raza, a perfumer who was there at the brand's beginnings.
His work fits well with the philosophy of The Dua Brand, an American house founded in 2016 that grew from an ambitious niche start-up into a notable presence in the fragrance world.
Olfactively, Poseidon’s Citron Wood belongs to the chypre and fruity fragrance families.
This is more than just a vibrant citrus fragrance: beneath the radiant opening, you can sense cool greenery, dry woody nuances, moss, leather and a soft amber-musk base.
How the composition unfolds
The fragrance opens brightly and juicily: apple, pineapple, blackcurrant, lemon and bergamot create the impression of crisp fruity freshness with a subtle tartness.
Citrus accents make the scent energetic, while pink pepper adds a sparkling spicy vibration.
As it develops, the fruity accord becomes more complex.
Jasmine and rose soften the composition, while cedar, patchouli, moss and a leather accord give it structure, dryness and a characteristic chypre contrast.
Sandalwood, vanilla, musk and grey amber appear in the base, while tar adds a dark, slightly smoky nuance.
As a result, Poseidon’s Citron Wood reveals itself in layers: the fresh opening gradually develops into a warm, rich woody-leathery dry-down.
Sillage and wearability
The fragrance is described as having very strong sillage, so the extrait should be applied carefully.
Even a small amount is enough for the composition to noticeably surround the wearer and linger in the air after they have left.
No precise recommendations are given for the number of sprays on skin or clothing, so it is best to start with one spray on the skin and assess the development after 15–20 minutes.
For clothing, a minimal amount sprayed from a distance is sufficient, as the concentrated formula may remain on fabric for a long time.
The fragrance is especially suitable for cool weather, transitional seasons and evening wear, when its woody-mossy, leathery and ambery nuances sound more expressive.
At the same time, the citrus-fruity opening can add a sense of dynamism to daytime looks, provided it is applied with moderation.
Its place in a collection and who it suits
Poseidon’s Citron Wood was created with a masculine positioning and is intended for those who enjoy noticeable fragrances with powerful sillage.
It will appeal to lovers of contrasts: fresh fruit at the opening, dry woods at the heart and a dark, slightly smoky base in the finish.
This is a choice for a confident look when you want to smell composed, modern and not entirely predictable.
The composition may also interest those looking for an alternative to straightforward citrus fragrances: here, freshness is supported by a chypre structure, leather, moss and woody accents.
Similar fragrances to explore
If you like the idea of Poseidon’s Citron Wood, it is worth exploring other compositions by The Dua Brand in a similar direction: The Dua Brand Drowning In Poseidon’s 11z Elixir, The Dua Brand Poseidon’s Madagascar Vanilla Chariot and The Dua Brand Poseidon’s Reflection.
They offer different perspectives on Poseidon's signature theme and can help you choose an option with the right balance of freshness, sweetness and depth.
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