Boss Element by Hugo Boss

Hugo Element is a citrus, aquatic, and spiced fragrance, and it is very different from another by the same designer called Boss Elements. The opening is very fresh, containing citrus and aquatic accords that give a pleasant sensation of having just had a shower. The scent also feels at times like a lemon soda such as 7Up or even a clean swimming pool, because it has an airy feel like a fragrant breeze. After a few minutes, some fresh spiced notes can be perceived; according to Fragrantica they are ginger and coriander, and these add aromatic elements to the aquatic and citrus notes. It finishes with a soft base of woods and musk. This fragrance is for daytime use, as it only contains fresh accords, for casual wear, outings with friends, or for school. Its longevity is average, around 8 hours, but the projection is low. I remember seeing this fragrance on shelves a few years ago, but I think it has disappeared; I was able to try it thanks to a vial, so I’m not sure if it’s still available online. The scent, although not memorable, is very pleasant.

Scents depend on individual experience and the sensitivity of one’s nose and taste. I must admit I enjoy a wide variety of fragrances and this one is quite pleasing. At times I feel I can’t smell it, but it returns instantly fresh and invigorating, like clean air with a simple, clean personality. It’s for daily use and rather everyday occasions such as going to the park, beach, or walking around the house… it doesn’t have much potential for conquest or dates or night outings, but it fulfils its daytime function. Its longevity will depend on how you use it and how lucky you are with your skin type; still, I see it more as a youthful, discreet scent for the 15 to 25 age range. Although someone older could wear it, at that stage the sense of smell is usually more demanding.

Fresh, citrusy, and gives a sense of cleanliness; everything is fine until you reach its longevity and trail. I agree with previous reviews in stating that in this regard, it is extremely low. There must be an overvaluation of Hugo Boss by retail chains, as you can find them in importers for 30% or 40% of what they cost in big stores. I liked it and bought it for its good aroma and good price (at an importer) at $39.60, compared to the $108.00 the 90ml bottle costs at retail chains. And even disregarding its trail and longevity, it delivers. You should have a Hugo Boss in your collection.

It depends on each person’s olfactory experience. I quite like it, although at times it feels less like a perfume; instantly it becomes fresh and invigorating, like clean air with simple personality. It’s for daily use and everyday occasions like the park, beach, or home. It doesn’t have much potential for conquest or night dates, but it fulfils its daytime role. Longevity depends on each person’s skin, but I see it as a youthful, discreet aroma for 15 to 25-year-olds. Although someone older can wear it, at that stage the sense of smell tends to be more demanding.

Although at first it seemed very rough and generic to me, once settled it leaves a quite pleasant scent on the skin. It’s not a great perfume, absolutely, and follows the line of most Hugo Boss perfumes: fresh, casual, with little notoriety and quite generic. They aren’t easily recognisable as they are very common scents. With Element exactly the same happens: it’s pleasant but you feel you’ve smelled it many times. In my opinion it’s not worth the price, as it’s a very common scent.

At first it seemed rough and generic, but once it settles, it smells good on the skin. It’s not a great perfume; it follows the typical Hugo Boss line: fresh, casual, unobtrusive, and generic. They aren’t recognisable because they’re very common scents. With Element, the same applies: it’s pleasant but you feel like you’ve heard it many times. In my view, it’s not worth the price for being such a common scent.

An absurdly acidic opening; it smells strongly of alcohol (though some call that ‘aquatic’). It’s noticeable from afar or with a breeze; it can be pleasant, but up close it’s intense and heavy. Very masculine, good longevity but poor sillage. I liked it on the first day, but by the second I had no desire to wear it again. I wouldn’t recommend it.

It’s very fresh and mentholated; a good scent if true, though it doesn’t last long. I wore it at night and it gave a decent result. I’m not a huge fan of Hugo Boss at all, but my girlfriend liked it, so that’s why I bought it. I wouldn’t buy it again, but it was good to try a different kind of smell.

A fresh fragrance with a very good smell; when its aroma evolves, it smells similar to Blue Seduction by Antonio Banderas. Ideal for spring and summer for daily use. The only drawback is its poor trail and low durability, typical of Hugo Boss fragrances.

Beautiful bottle, but the contents are overpriced. It’s citrusy and fresh like just out of the shower, almost identical to Esika’s Kalos Sport. A super common aroma; not worth paying that much for.