Black Essential vs Handsome

Shared character

Both Black Essential and Handsome belong to the Aromatic Fougere family and share notes of leather, mandarin, and lavender.

How they differ

Black Essential features notes of tangerine and mandarin orange, and is characterized by accords of citrus, watery, fruity, smoky, animalic, aromatic, and fresh spicy elements. Handsome contains notes of geranium, patchouli, pineapple, and melon.

Who each suits

Black Essential suits those who prefer a profile involving smoky, animalic, and watery accords. Handsome suits those drawn to the inclusion of geranium, patchouli, pineapple, and melon.