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Eau de parfum
Maios Minute
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of Maios Minute
Maios Minute is a men's fragrance by the French brand Maios, launched in 2015.
This Eau de Parfum has a distinctive fougère-gourmand character, blending cool greenery with rich sweet and woody accords.
The composition was created by perfumer Sonia Constant.
For Minute, she chose a contrasting and memorable formula: a fresh aromatic opening gradually becomes denser, warmer and more sensual, leaving a deep gourmand impression in the dry-down.
Fragrance Pyramid and Development
The top notes of Maios Minute unfold with a cool, energetic character: lavender, mint and violet create a clean green-aromatic accord.
This opening feels composed, slightly cool and simultaneously soft, thanks to violet's delicate floral nuance.
Red fruits, vanilla and chocolate emerge at the heart of the composition.
The sweetness does not appear all at once; it develops gradually, giving the fragrance roundness, appetizing richness and a distinct gourmand touch.
The base is built around coffee, patchouli and sandalwood. Coffee's bitterness balances the vanilla and chocolate, patchouli adds depth, and sandalwood makes the woody trail smoother and warmer.
As it develops, Minute becomes darker, richer and more expressive.
Positioning and Wearability
Maios Minute will appeal to men who enjoy sweet woody fragrances with aromatic and coffee accents.
Its mood is confident, evening-oriented and slightly daring, while the fresh notes of lavender and mint keep the composition from feeling overly heavy at the opening.
The fragrance is described as having a very strong sillage, making it noticeable in the air and capable of lingering for a long time.
Minute is especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, dates or events when you want to emphasize your individuality.
For a closed office or a hot day, it is best to apply it sparingly.
Specific recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not provided in the available data.
Given the composition's high intensity, it is sensible to start with a small amount and assess its development on your own skin, as coffee, chocolate, vanilla and patchouli may smell different depending on the temperature and skin type.
Similarities and Its Place in a Fragrance Wardrobe
With its combination of coffee, sweet nuances and a dense woody base, Maios Minute may appeal to fans of Mugler A*Men.
As alternatives, you might also consider The Chef's Dulcet Basil Ganache and Mugler A*Men Pure Leather if you would like to compare different interpretations of gourmand, coffee or leathery-woody nuances.
Other concentrations of Maios Minute are not listed in the available data.
Overall, this is a fragrance for those seeking not universal freshness, but a rich masculine scent with powerful sillage and a striking contrast between a cool opening and a warm, sweet base.
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