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Monstera Xinu, unveiled in 2017, is positioned as a unisex fragrance, rooted in the green and aromatic families. It was created by perfumer Rodrigo Flores-Roux. The fragrance concentration is eau de parfum.
Produced in Mexico, where perfumery has long been elevated to an art form. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
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 Monstera is shaped as a living composition, where accents shift without rush and without gaps. The signature of Xinu is clear in details that define the fragrance identity. Nothing here feels random, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de parfum supports the depth and body this composition needs.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Floral, Green, Aromatic and Earthy / Mossy. Within olfactory families the composition sits in Aromatic and Green.
In a unified mixed pyramid the fragrance opens as a single chord with a multi-layered petal mood: Apricot flower, Datura, Orchid and Philodendron. In this format 4 notes act as one voice, creating an elegant floral wave that feels seamless.
The middle and base stages are read as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which gives the structure continuity.
The internal accord map is shaped by these accords: Aromatic and Floral without random overlap. The stylistic positioning is unisex, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
Taken together Monstera reads as a cohesive composition — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. This is the type of composition best understood through real development.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Xinu |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | Mexico |
| Website | http://www.xinu.mx |
| Year of production | 2017 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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