Africa by AXE
Men 1995
Main accords
Description
Africa by AXE is an oriental fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 1995, this composition was created by Ann Gottlieb. The olfactive pyramid opens with top notes of mandarin and bergamot; the heart reveals geranium; and the base settles on tonka bean, Egyptian balsam, vanilla, sandalwood, cedar, and musk.
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When to wear it (votes)
- Winter 24%
- Spring 26%
- Summer 22%
- Autumn 28%
- Day 62%
- Night 38%
Key notes
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Top
mandarin
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Heart
geranium
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Base
tonka bean
Community
415 votes
- Positive 72%
- Negative 18%
- Neutral 11%
The olfactory pyramid
A guide to the opening, heart and lasting trail of the fragrance.
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In the collection
Leading answer I owned it
642 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Like it
415 votes
Season
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578 votes
Time of day
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284 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Africa
Africa by AXE is an oriental fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 1995, this composition was created by Ann Gottlieb. The olfactive pyramid opens with top notes of mandarin and bergamot; the heart reveals geranium; and the base settles on tonka bean, Egyptian balsam, vanilla, sandalwood, cedar, and musk.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
215 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
215 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
194 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
172 votes
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