What does it smell like?
The first thing you smell is mint and lavender. The heart brings neroli and geranium. On the skin it settles into sandalwood and tobacco. Overall it smells aromatic and woody.
- Came out
- 2013
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
Aqua notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
Botanique Aqua EDT in detail
Botanique is the house behind Aqua EDT. It comes as Eau de Toilette.
Who will like it
The strongest accord is aromatic (100%), followed by woody and fresh spicy. You will probably like it if you enjoy aromatic and woody smells and notes like neroli and sandalwood. Less obvious notes include sea water, coriander and musk. Perfume fans rate it 4.01 out of 5.
Sillage and projection
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Mont Blanc Individuel and Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir.
When in the day to wear Aqua
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its aromatic side keeps it clean and easy.
Botanique perfumes worth knowing
The house has 12 perfumes here, led by Bleu, Citrus and Blanc.
Best season for Aqua
The best time of year to wear it is spring and fall. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: spring, fall, winter and summer. Its fresh smell feels good on warm days.
Aqua dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Mont Blanc Individuel (7 shared notes), Dolce&Gabbana pour Homme 1994 (8 shared notes), Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir (6 shared notes) and Azzaro Chrome (6 shared notes).
Quick answers
When did Aqua come out?
It came out in 2013.
Does Aqua last long?
It lasts about 6 to 9 hours on skin.
Can women wear it?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.