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Eau de Cologne
Natura Elemento
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Natura Elemento is a men's woody fougère fragrance in cologne concentration, released in 2012.
The fragrance is part of the Homem collection and reflects Natura's characteristic idea of harmony with nature, reimagined through an expressive and richly textured composition.
The Brazilian brand Natura has long been regarded as one of the important symbols of national perfumery: its fragrances combine natural motifs, modern aesthetics and emotional depth.
Elemento showcases this philosophy particularly well, translating the coolness of greenery, the texture of wood and the warmth of balsamic nuances into a confident masculine image.
How It Develops on the Skin
Natura Elemento opens with a fresh and energetic character.
Citrusy nuances of mandarin and bergamot give the composition a bright lift, while basil, lavender and cardamom add cool herbaceousness and a dry spicy edge.
After a while, the fragrance becomes deeper and more expansive.
White cedar, Cashmeran and damp woods emerge at the heart, creating the impression of a forest after rain; violet softens the accord with a velvety powderiness, while nutmeg supports it with delicate spiciness.
The final stage is warm, dense and pronounced.
Sandalwood and tonka bean form a soft, creamy-sweet base, while patchouli and labdanum add an earthy balsamic nuance. Amber, musk and a whiskey accent leave an expressive, slightly smoky trail.
Sillage and Wearability
Natura Elemento is rated as having very strong sillage, making it suitable for those who enjoy a noticeable presence and want to leave a distinctive trail behind them.
Here, cologne does not imply a frivolous or short-lived scent: the woody-ambery base supports the composition and makes it particularly striking in cool air.
In terms of mood, Elemento reveals itself best in autumn, winter and the transitional seasons, when spicy, woody and balsamic notes sound at their fullest.
It is suitable for evenings, business meetings, formal occasions or any situation where a composed and confident image matters; in hot weather, especially restrained application is advisable.
The database contains no confirmed recommendations for applying it to skin or clothing, so the exact number of sprays for this fragrance has not been specified.
There is also no data on other concentrations of Elemento, so comparing the cologne with Eau de Toilette, Eau de Parfum or Extrait versions would be inaccurate.
The Perfumer and the Composition's Style
The fragrance was created by Veronica Kato.
Her work on Elemento is built around contrast: a sparkling citrus-spicy opening gradually transitions into a cool woody heart, then dissolves into a warm amber-musk base.
This shift in temperatures and textures is precisely what makes the perfume interesting to explore thoughtfully.
Elemento is not limited to straightforward freshness or simple woodiness: it simultaneously evokes green nuances, a damp forest, dry spices, the soft sweetness of tonka and a refined alcoholic whiskey nuance.
Impression and Similar Fragrances
Natura Elemento will appeal to men who enjoy rich fougère compositions with a noticeable woody base and a warm trail.
It is a fragrance of confidence without excessive harshness: composed, deep, expressive and particularly convincing as part of an evening look.
For further exploration of a similar direction, consider Roja Parfums Scandal Pour Homme.
Viktor & Rolf Antidote and Natura Esquenta may also be interesting alternatives, although Elemento retains its own identity through its combination of damp woods, tonka bean, labdanum and whiskey.
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