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Eau de parfum
Essentia Puglia Menta e Basilico
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Fresh Character of Menta e Basilico
Essentia Puglia Menta e Basilico is an eau de parfum with an expressive green and aromatic profile.
This unisex fragrance is designed for those who appreciate cool herbal accords, crisp energy, and a noticeable trail.
The composition belongs to the aromatic, green, and woody fragrance families, giving it a character that feels fresh, composed, and deep at the same time.
The name Menta e Basilico refers to the two central inspirations behind the composition: mint and basil.
The fragrance evokes the atmosphere of southern Italy: sun-warmed air, spicy herbs, and green plants heated by the day's warmth.
At the same time, the formula avoids sweetness and retains a clear, invigorating character.
A Fragrance in the Essentia Puglia Style
Essentia Puglia is a perfume house born under the hot sun of southern Italy.
The brand was founded in 2010 with the mission of capturing the soul of the Apulia region in a bottle, and Menta e Basilico reflects this idea through its naturally evocative herbal profile.
Instead of relying on elaborate decoration, the fragrance focuses on recognizable plants and the contrast between temperatures.
Mint creates a sensation of coolness, basil adds spicy greenness, thyme supports the dry aromatic tone, and the woody accord gives the composition stability.
As a result, the perfume feels modern and confident while remaining comfortable with a variety of styles.
Development and Sillage
At the opening, Menta e Basilico reveals a fresh basil accord with a distinctive spicy green facet.
Mint then emerges at the heart of the composition, its cool facet blending with dry thyme to give the fragrance greater volume.
In the dry-down, the herbal freshness rests on a woody accord that extends the fragrance's longevity on the skin.
The sillage is described as very strong, making this eau de parfum suitable for those who enjoy a noticeable presence and want their fragrance to follow their movements.
For the office, small spaces, or warm weather, it is best to start with a minimal number of sprays; for the outdoors and evening occasions, the intensity can be increased.
Perception is also affected by the temperature, skin type, and amount of perfume applied.
When to Wear It and Who It Suits
This fragrance can be considered a versatile choice for both women and men.
Its green and aromatic character feels especially natural in spring and summer, although the woody base also makes Menta e Basilico suitable for the transitional seasons.
The perfume is well suited to walks, travel, everyday city activities, and occasions when you want to add freshness to your look without a sweet or powdery accent.
Menta e Basilico will appeal to fans of herbal compositions with a distinct character.
It is a choice for those seeking more than a light freshness: an energetic fragrance with strong sillage that gradually becomes drier and calmer.
Information about the exact dosage for application to skin and clothing, the perfumer who created it, the release year, and other concentrations of this release is not provided.
Similar Fragrances
For further exploration of a similar style, consider Odore Mio Wild Vetiver.
It may appeal to lovers of green, dry, and expressive fragrances who choose scents with character and a noticeable presence.
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