Top Aftershaves for Men Reviewed
Lets get down to it. If you’re looking for a nice aftershave for your guy, you’re sure to love our list below –
Eternity by Calvin Klein
Eternity is considered as one of the classics when it comes to Calvin Klein’s creations. The fragrance promotes a clean, crisp, and clear feel to it, with a touch of airy and floral notes that perfectly balances the overall scent.
This is perfect for your casual or weekend looks.
Why It Works:
- Classic creation from Calvin Klein
- Perfectly balanced scent that is not overpowering
- Ideal scent for casual attires
Key Features:
Capacity: 3.4oz/100ml
Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
Notes: Mandarin, Green Botanics, Lavender (Top) | Jasmine, Geranium, Basil, Sage (Middle) | Sandalwood, Rosewood, Vetiver, Amber (Base)
Featured Color: Olive
Invictus by Paco Rabanne
Invictus is good for those who love to have a sharper feeling after using their aftershave. The fruity aquatic notes perfectly blend with the musky scents, and it does not overpower its users in any way (provided that you use it accordingly).
Why It Works:
- Unique and sharp scents
- Perfect blend of aquatic and woodsy notes
- Provides more of a strict feel compared with others
Key Features:
Capacity: 3.4oz/100ml
Fragrance Type: Aftershave Lotion
Notes: Grapefruit, Mandarin, Marine Accord (Top) | Jasmine, Bay Leaf (Middle) | Guaiac Wood, Patchouli, Oakmoss, Ambergris (Base)
Featured Color: Grey
1881 by Cerruti
Judging by its name alone, 1881 takes you on a ride back to the past. By combining fruity scents with excellent woodsy notes, Cerruti promotes the humbling essence of the Mediterranean lifestyle with this aftershave.
Why We Love It:
- The perfume promotes a nostalgic fragrance
- Amazing blend of fruity and woody notes
- It has somewhat of a high-end barbershop feel
Key Features:
Capacity: 3.4oz/100ml
Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
Notes: Bergamot, Clove, Lemon, Basil, Cypress, Tarragon, Rosemary, Juniper Berry, Lavender (Top) | Ylang Ylang, Blackcurrant, Rose (Middle) | Sandalwood, Balsam Fir, Wood Musk, Amber (Base)
Featured Color: Olive
Kouros by YSL
Kouros is YSL’s best selling fragrance over the years. It has an amazing blend of fruity notes within it, but the distinct fragrance of this aftershave revolves around its woody fragrance.
Many are fascinated with its timeless characteristics, especially the Greek-architecture-inspired bottle design.
Why We Love It:
- Timeless fragrance
- Best selling product from YSL
- Distinct woody notes
Key Features:
Capacity: 100ml
Fragrance Type: Aftershave Lotion
Notes: Coriander, Artemisia, Bergamot, Clary Sage (Top) | Clove, Geranium, Jasmine, Iris, Cinnamon, Carnation (Middle) | Incense, Oakmoss, Ambergris, Patchouli, Honey, Vetiver, Leather, Tonka, Musk, Civet (Base)
Featured Color: White
Intimately Beckham by David Beckham
Intimately Beckham is perfect for those who like to wear spicy and woody fragrances.
The notes blend perfectly within the scent, promoting some kind of sweet and boozy scent when you spray it. It is not too overpowering, but it does stay on for quite a while.
Why It Works:
- Interesting blend of spicy and woody notes
- The musky feel is not too heavy
- The overall scent is sweet, clean, and sexy
Key Features:
Capacity: 2.5oz/75ml
Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
Notes: Bergamot, Cardamom, Grapefruit Zest (Top) | Violet, Star Anise, Nutmeg (Middle) | Sandalwood, Amber, Patchouli (Base)
Featured Color: Black & Gold
Only the Brave by Diesel
Only the Brave features a bright and fresh scent despite its intimidating appearance. The fragrance is quite pleasing, and it could easily attract a lot of compliments.
Why It Works:
- It is a good scent for daily use
- Bright and fresh feel with a highly noticeable sweet fragrance
- Works well for younger men
Key Features:
Capacity: 1.7oz./50ml
Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
Notes: Lemon, Coriander Leaf, Mandarin (Top) | Labdanum, Rosemary, Violet Leaf (Middle) | Cedarwood, Leather, Amber (Base)
Featured Color: White & Dark Blue
Eros by Versace
Eros by Versace effectively brings out the youthful spirit of men. It has a sudden kick with its minty and fruity scent, followed by a warm feel of vanilla that will last longer than expected. The fragrance is perfect for everyday use.
Why It Works:
- Astonishing blend of minty and fruity notes
- Nostalgic and captivating
- The warm transition to the vanilla scent leaves a trail
Key Features:
Capacity: 3.4oz./100ml
Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
Notes: Mint, Lemon, Green Apple (Top) | Tonka Bean, Ambroxan, Geranium (Middle) | Madagascar Vanilla, Oakmoss, Vetiver, Atlas Cedar, Virginian Cedar (Base)
Featured Color: Blue
Club de Nuit Intense by Armaf
This fragrance promotes more of a sophisticated feel to it. The combination of fruity and woody notes provides a smokey feel to the aftershave, making it refreshing overall. The scent is somewhat strong, but it’s not irritating.
Why It Works:
- Perfectly combined fruity and woody notes
- Smokey and refreshing feel
- Sleek and sophisticated packaging
Key Features:
Capacity: 3.6oz/105ml
Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
Notes: Lemon, Apple, Blackcurrant (Top) | Jasmine, Birch (Middle) | Vanilla, Musk, Ambergris, Patchouli (Base)
Featured Color: Black
Intense by Issey Miyake
Issey Miyake never fails when it comes to light fragrances. This scent promotes a gentle combination of aquatic and woody notes, perfectly blended to complement each other over time.
The initial spray comes with a fruity blast, followed by a slow descent to the aquatic scents.
Why It Works:
- Perfect blend of aquatic and woody notes
- Ideal for smart casual looks
- Subtle mint notes
Key Features:
Capacity: 4.2oz/125ml
Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
Notes: Tangerine, Bergamot, Yuzu, Orange (Top) | Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Blue Lotus, Cardamom, Saffron (Middle) | Amber, Benzoin, Papyrus, Grey Ambergris, Incense (Base)
Featured Color: Black
L.12.12 Blanc by LACOSTE
L.12.12 Blanc is LACOSTE’s fragrant representation of their iconic white polo shirts. The scent does its job well, providing sweet and clean notes that mesmerizes its users.
It is also an attention-grabber, so expect to get a lot of compliments because of this.
Why It Works:
- Sweet and non-intimidating blend
- Interesting combination of clean and fruity notes
- Perfect for daytime casual attires
Key Features:
Capacity: 5.9oz/175ml
Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
Notes: Grapefruit, Rosemary, Cedar Leaf, Cardamom Seed (Top) | Tuberose, Olibanum, Ylang Ylang (Middle) | Atlas Cedar, Leather, Vetiver, Georgywood, Suede Accord (Base)
Featured Color: White
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