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Macson 42, introduced to the world in 2015, sits firmly in the category of a masculine fragrance. The nose behind this fragrance — Jimmy Boyd.
Made in Spain. Macson 42 — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
One bottle, and you'll understand why Macson has such a devoted following. The official website of Macson — http://www.johnsonsbaby.com/.
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 rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
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 Macson 42 evolves as a living composition, where accents shift smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Macson comes through in the way notes appear and fade. Every decision feels deliberate, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail.
Right at the start you detect invigorating sunny opening notes: Lemon, Mint and Violet leaf. Exactly these 3 notes shape a sensation of cool purity that anchors the first impression immediately.
At the core of development you detect Lavender and Sage keeping a cool herbal direction. In the final layer the structure settles through Cedar, Oak moss and Sandalwood, extending a warm vetiver trail.
The internal accord map is driven by these accords: Aromatic, Citrus and Wood without random overlap. The gender direction is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
At the note-group layer the structure relies on Citrus, Aromatic, Green and Wood. It also reaches into Earthy / Mossy.
Taken together Macson 42 reads as a cohesive composition — the start forms character, the heart develops the core line, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the fragrances best understood on skin.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Macson |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | Spain |
| Website | https://www.macson.es |
| Year of production | 2015 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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