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Eau de parfum
Hint Mintea
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Mintea — Hint’s fresh green idea
Hint Mintea is a unisex eau de parfum from the Indonesian brand Hint, released in 2024.
The fragrance is built around the contrast between cool mint, sparkling citrus and a soft woody-musky base, giving it a bright, clean and expressive character.
The composition belongs to the citrus and green fragrance families.
This is a case where freshness is not limited to a light opening accord: it gradually gains depth, taking on herbal, tea-like and dry woody nuances.
The fragrance’s character and development
On the skin, Mintea opens bright and cool, with a citrus spark meeting aromatic mint and a transparent tea nuance.
Bitter orange and sage emerge at the heart, adding green astringency and elegant dryness to the composition.
The drydown becomes calmer and rounder thanks to sandalwood and musk. They soften the herbal freshness, leaving a clean, noticeable and quite long-lasting trail without excessive sweetness.
Who will enjoy Mintea
Mintea is presented as a unisex fragrance, making it easy to imagine on both women’s and men’s skin.
It will appeal to those who choose characterful green citrus compositions, appreciate mint and tea notes, and are looking for more than just a refreshing perfume.
In terms of mood, it is a great choice for warm weather, daytime walks, the office and travel.
At the same time, its very strong sillage makes the fragrance noticeable: in a small space, it is best to start with a moderate number of sprays and increase the dosage as needed.
The perfumer and the brand’s style
The composition was created by Guillaume Flavigny.
In his interpretation, the fresh theme takes on a more focused and multilayered character: the mint does not become simply “cold” freshness, but is combined with tea, citrus and woody nuances.
For Hint, Mintea is a striking example of the modern perfumery of an Indonesian brand that turns to clean, natural and instantly recognizable accords.
The fragrance is ideal for those who want to add a sense of coolness and freshly cut greenery to their everyday look without giving up a rich sillage.
What to compare the fragrance with
If you like the idea of a fresh, green and slightly mysterious scent, take a look at Brocard Un Jardin Mystique, The Spirit of Dubai Bahar and Edgardio Chilini Grapefruit Sorbet.
They may appeal to fans of citrus accords, but Mintea stands out with its combination of mint, tea, sage and a very powerful musky-woody trail.
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