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Florena launched Arctic in 1983 — and it was a brilliant move. By character, a masculine fragrance drawing from the wood and water families. An eau de cologne — light-footed, but utterly unforgettable.
Country of origin — Germany: no wonder the fragrance turned out this refined. Arctic Florena 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 scent of Arctic is built as a cohesive olfactory arc, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The creative approach of Florena is clear in details that define the fragrance identity. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de Cologne supports a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
In a unified mixed pyramid the notes arrive together with a creative conceptual mood: Oriental notes. Here 1 note sounds as one coherent layer, forming creative artistic accent that keeps the opening compact and balanced.
The deeper layers are perceived as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which gives the structure continuity.
The gender direction is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
From the group perspective the profile is anchored in Fairy, Aquatic and Wood. At family level the fragrance belongs to Water and Wood.
Taken together Arctic holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best understood on skin.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Florena |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | Germany |
| Website | http://www.florena.de/ |
| Year of production | 1983 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne |
| License holder | Beiersdorf AG |
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