How it smells
The first thing you smell is bergamot. The heart brings Egyptian jasmine and rose. On the skin it settles into musk. Overall it smells musky and citrus.
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
Ad Lumen 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
About Min New York Ad Lumen EDP
Ad Lumen EDP is made by Min New York. Its strength is Eau de Parfum.
Longevity on skin
It stays on skin for about 6 to 9 hours, so one spray in the morning can carry you through the day. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. It lasts longer than Lancôme Idole Aura. Base notes like musk are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Will people notice Ad Lumen?
Projection is medium: people near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance. Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama 2018 unisex and Xerjoff Casamorati Mefisto Gentiluomo spread further.
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Best seasons to wear it
The best time of year to wear it is spring. It is less suited to winter. Ranked by season: spring, fall, summer and winter. If you need something for winter, Lancôme Idole Aura is a better fit.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €207. That puts it on the expensive side. It costs more than Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama 2018 unisex and Xerjoff Atp Torino 23 but less than Xerjoff Casamorati Mefisto Gentiluomo.
When in the day to wear Ad Lumen
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy. For evenings, Lancôme Idole Aura has more depth.
If you like Ad Lumen, try these
Similar picks to try: Lancôme Idole Aura (4 shared notes), Xerjoff Pikovaya Dama 2018 unisex (3 shared notes), Xerjoff Casamorati Mefisto Gentiluomo (3 shared notes) and Xerjoff Atp Torino 23 (3 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Lancôme Idole Aura starts from €75.
More questions
Who would like Ad Lumen?
People who enjoy musky and citrus smells.
Is Ad Lumen unisex?
Yes, it is made for both men and women.