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Eau de parfum
Vilhelm Parfumerie Back to the Roots
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Back to the Roots — a Return to Natural Purity
Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum by Vilhelm Parfumerie is a 2023 unisex fragrance for those who appreciate expressive green freshness, transparent floral nuances and a calm woody depth.
Its name can be understood as a return to the roots: the composition seems to evoke natural textures, damp earth, cool herbs and the soft light of white tea.
At the same time, the fragrance does not feel simple or exclusively “green” — it gradually becomes fuller, warmer and more sensual.
In character, Back to the Roots combines aromatic, green, floral and woody facets.
This Eau de Parfum has a noticeable sillage: the composition is easy to sense around the wearer, while maintaining a neat, contemporary presence without excessive heaviness.
The fragrance will appeal to women and men who prefer distinctive citrus-herbal freshness, as well as those looking for a versatile perfume with an individual character.
How the Fragrance Unfolds
In the first minutes, Back to the Roots smells cool, green and slightly spicy, creating the impression of fresh air after rain.
Then the accord becomes softer and more enveloping: floral nuances meet the purity of white tea, while the woody base adds calm and stability to the composition.
The dry-down is slightly dry, musky and natural, evoking damp wood and the smooth, warm surface of sandalwood.
This fragrance feels especially harmonious in spring and early autumn, when its green and woody nuances sound most convincing.
It can be chosen for the office, a walk, a creative meeting or an everyday wardrobe when you want to smell fresh, refined and noticeable.
In warm weather, the perfume reveals more airiness and tea-like transparency, while in cooler conditions it becomes deeper and more expressive.
The Creator and the Brand’s Style
Back to the Roots was created by Jan Vilhelm Ahlgren, founder and creative director of Vilhelm Parfumerie.
His approach is evident in his ability to unite a recognisable image with a carefully constructed olfactory story: the fragrance is perceived not as a set of individual notes, but as a complete scene with shifting light and texture.
For the brand, founded in the United States in 2015, Back to the Roots continues its characteristic work with emotional narratives and expressive contrasts.
There is no pursuit of loud sweetness or decorative luxury here; the release focuses on purity, naturalness and contemporary niche elegance.
That is why it can appeal both to fans of green compositions and to those who usually choose woody or tea fragrances.
Wear and Dosage
Its noticeable sillage unfolds gradually and helps the fragrance remain recognisable throughout the day.
For application to the skin, 1–2 sprays are enough: this allows the composition to unfold in layers without losing its transparency.
Apply 2–3 sprays to clothing, especially if you want to prolong the woody-musky dry-down.
Back to the Roots sits beautifully on the wrists, neck and behind the ears. For a softer cloud, apply it to the hair or outerwear from a distance.
Before buying it blind, consider its noticeable green dryness and damp-woody base: these qualities define the fragrance and distinguish it from carefree citrus fresh scents.
For a related fragrance to explore, consider Tiziana Terenzi Eclix, although Back to the Roots retains its own more tea-like, herbal and serene character.
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