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Russa Eau de Cologne by Santa Maria Novella (1913): Notes, Reviews & Rating | Noteboxd

Fragrances/Santa Maria Novella/Russa

Citrus

Russa by Santa Maria Novella

Eau de Cologne / 1913

Santa Maria Novella

Russa

Eau de Cologne · UNISEX

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CitrusWoodySpicyFreshPowdery

This is a typically male mixture with a decisive aroma that brings together a hint of bitter orange, the freshness of Bergamot, and a musk base.

Released: 1913
Family: Citrus
Perfumer: Not recorded
Origin: Italy
Price range: Premium

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Inside the scent.

The notes

Top notes

Calabrian Bergamot Sicilian Citrus Fruits

Heart notes

Base notes

Sumatra Benzoin

Other recorded notes

Castoreum Tolu Balsam Verbena

Notes describe scent impressions. Unclassified notes stay separate from the pyramid.

The character

Citrus

Woody

Spicy

Fresh

Powdery

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How it wears+

Performance

How it wears

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Perfumer’S Choice N⁰10 By Mojo by Milton-Lloyd

Perfumer’S Choice N⁰10 By Mojo

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Russa compared

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Frequently asked

What does Russa by Santa Maria Novella smell like?+

Russa by Santa Maria Novella features a layered composition opening with Calabrian Bergamot and Sicilian Citrus Fruits at the top, Petitgrain, Green Notes, and Clove at the heart, Sumatra Benzoin in the base. The overall character is citrus, woody, spicy.

What are the notes in Russa?+

Top notes: Calabrian Bergamot and Sicilian Citrus Fruits. Heart notes: Petitgrain, Green Notes, and Clove. Base notes: Sumatra Benzoin.

Is Russa for men or women?+

Russa by Santa Maria Novella is designed for both men and women (unisex).

When was Russa released?+

Russa by Santa Maria Novella was launched in 1913 as a Eau de Cologne.

What fragrances are similar to Russa?+

Fragrances similar to Russa include Palm by Hollister, L' II by Korres, Musk For Men by Jovan, Perfumer’S Choice N⁰10 By Mojo by Milton-Lloyd, based on shared notes and scent profile.