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• jerry7474

  April 29, 2020

  

  Greetings colleagues and fragrance-loving friends: I have acquired this proposal called Essential Elixir by Natura. I must admit I did not want to buy anything from this brand as I am somewhat idiosyncratic and normally purchase fragrances from high-ranking houses or recognised designers. However I decided to buy my first Natura perfume the Essencial Elixir and frankly I must say it has been a delightful surprise. I can assure you it is a quality aroma with very good longevity elegant refined and formal. Brands like Carolina Herrera (Men Prive) or even Giorgio Armani (Acqua di Giò Profumo) would envy showing aromas with this class of quality. I never expected to receive what I did for the price paid. Very happy with this acquisition; I will continue testing proposals from this house although I know not all may be this good but this is a Must Have. By the way it gives a very slight air in the distance to Bentley Intense but they do not resemble each other; they go down parallel paths but are nothing alike. Greetings to the group.

• lokito92

  July 29, 2020

  

  I sold the Prive and kept this proposal. I have nothing more to say.

• Fedebomuru

  October 15, 2020

  

  I can only add that it is the same identical to Azzaro Elixir. The other day I thought about buying it again until I received this and thought: why spend more for the same thing? Still I have mixed feelings as an admirer of these two extraordinary houses but what Natura achieves with Verónica Kato is sublime. I invite you to have the courage to buy Natura perfumes blindly.

• JavierBrian

  January 29, 2021

  

  It is (to say the least the best because I still need to smell many Natura fragrances) it is the best I have had from the brand so far. Its aroma is very exquisite but difficult to understand. The vanilla cognac and leather are pleasant to my taste although not everyone will like it. I would say it smells like a formal serious man of good taste very little youthful (16-40). I do not recommend buying it blindly; I have smelled a sample before purchasing. The price is excellent for what we receive. Description in three words: Formal Sweet Little youthful.

• Albineitor

  November 9, 2021

  

  Any reviews of the 2021 version?

• Un tal Pacheco

  December 2, 2021

  

  Albineitor: Apparently it is the same one relaunched in 2021 according to Natura Mexico: The scent does not change the olfactory path is the same. Enjoy the delicious elixir aroma with a new presentation. Name and content remain the same so you have the same experience but improved. What changes? A turn in the brand concept a more renewed and authentic image. They changed the packaging and are looking for real and authentic people as the face of the product. Therefore for those who already have it the change is not worth much except for the new bottles.

• jerry7474

  December 6, 2021

  

  Essential Elixir Natura (2021). Greetings. I have the 2017 2018 2019 and this 2021 version. Two of them seem almost identical; only the new one is slightly deeper and denser 98 identical. This depth is noticeable in the olfactory sensation more intense as if it had greater retention. It is a fabulous sexy delicious fragrance; my favourite from Natura. Testing performance: this new version has lower performance than its predecessors. As the earlier ones are EDTs and this is an EDP the past ones project well for 2 hours and then drop whereas this 2021 projects for 1 hour and drops precipitously until it stays skin-close for 6 hours. If you are looking for something in the line of CH Men Prive Hugo Boss Absolute or Armaf Radical Brown it is one of the best in its class. Scent: 9.0. Projection: Low (1 hour well then fades). Longevity: 6 hours (skin-close). Recommended for the scent but the performance leaves much to be desired.

• Tecnologoto

  December 8, 2021

  

  I see there aren’t many reviews here. Perhaps because it is seasonal I confused it with Essencial Exclusivo. They say this Elixir resembles CH’s Prive but I don’t find much resemblance. Perhaps it is the sensations because CH is more smoky dark and coquettish. However this Elixir is the opposite of CH. The opening is indeed smoky but without that rubbery burn with the eccentric sweetness of the Prive. As it evaporates Elixir reveals its citrus and pepper notes a masculine aroma that leaves no one indifferent. The heart is sweet not annoying just right. Very good. I would describe it as warm spicy and woody. The base is wood as in most Natura fragrances where they excel. Perhaps they could have accentuated the cognac or tobacco like their sister Intenso to round it off and make it more sober. But that is not their aim nor does it reach niche status and as it is it is very good. It goes perfectly for formal meetings dates to impress or Christmas parties. It is not annoying or overwhelming like the Prive; it is more charming and likable. I am impressed with the longevity on my skin. Projection: 6-7 hours with a decent trail. Excellent. Longevity: up to 10 hours without becoming intimate; fantastic for the price and scent. Afterwards I go to bed smelling like Natura. The only ones that gave me such results were some old Jo Malone scents. I used 4-6 sprays. Scent: perhaps synthetic but not like Zara; Natura’s quality is superior. It is not annoying and the notes are perceived as they should. It is definitely worth this EDP. Let’s hope they never reformulate it.

• Juantra01

  December 9, 2021

  

  Some films lose quality in their second season and this perfume is no exception. I have the 2017 version; I still have a quarter of a bottle left and it smells better and lasts longer than this reissue. I don’t quite understand why: the previous one was an EDT and this is an EDP yet they seem inverted. In 2017 the leather sounded more natural and settled; here it smells like freshly flayed skin almost with a trace of blood (forgive the description) and the liquor note is barely noticeable whereas before it was more intense. I thought Natura might have left some barrels of essence gathering dust but no. It seems the 2021 version tried to be what it couldn’t be: an improvement on the 2017 and ended up as a mere perfume. I only recommend buying it if you don’t already own the 2017 because sometimes comparisons are cruel.

• Juanpasiones

  December 13, 2021

  

  Good heavens! What a delightful surprise. This Natura Elixir smells better than Carolina Herrera’s CH Men Prive; it recalls the old version with the red bow tie rather than the current rubbish. Don’t be ridiculous! It beats CH Prive in quality longevity and projection. I’ve tried CH Prive several times and it never convinced me; its synthetic aura was similar to the 212 Vip bomb. Natura Elixir opens deliciously: energising with peppercorns sparking and fleeting semi-sweet citrus. From the second the resinous and vanilla base is noticeable. The party gains flavour: the notes unfold like in fine perfumes until a pleasant balance is reached. It’s a brilliant perfume for a boss for the one in charge. It is elegant modern with a dirty touch from leather soaked in balms and benzoin. This is where it resembles Bentley Intense: a liquor-based base slightly dirty leather and rough vanilla like smelling the pod with an earthy aftertaste. I liked it because it lasts 6 to 8 hours projects well for the first 4 (I use many sprays) and evolves beautifully. It has a romantic touch for a handsome man sexy with a nostalgia of violet flowers like fine lavender talc. I applaud perfumer Verónica Kato on her feet! What skill with a limited budget! That reveals that designer brands could offer more quality at a lower price. They can’t pull our legs those of us who know these well-crafted proposals for a third of the price of their amber drudges. Finally something many men care about: women love it; they even close their eyes when they smell it hee hee. Full marks in bulk. Take note gentlemen.

• wintersun

  December 25, 2021

  

  I hadn’t tried the previous version, so my review is for this new one. Starting with what many care about: Yes, it has an air of CH Men Privé, especially in the dry-down; they are on the same line, not 100% identical, but they resemble each other. Moving on to this Essencial Elixir by Natura, right away you feel designer-quality perfume (it lacks that catalogue vibe). On the opening, you feel pepper, cardamomo and something herbal. After an hour, it turns sweet (in development, without being cloying, it has the right amount of sweetness, and even to my taste, it falls just short). I perceive the cognac slightly, and the leather more so. It is a very masculine fragrance. It is not carefree or ‘playful’ like others; it gives off a vibe of knowing what you want, of character, and in the dry-down it becomes more seductive. That is why it suits those aged 28-30 and upwards. In terms of longevity, I tested it in the middle of summer, so it would be unfair to judge it, as it is a winter/autumn scent. In summer it lasted 5-6 hours (I will update in autumn/winter). Update: Colder days and rain have arrived, and its performance improves a bit (between 6-7 hours to a little more), which seems perfectly correct considering its price. Recommended, but not blindly!

• jerry7474

  December 28, 2021

  

  Essencial Elixir Natura Batch 2021: Completely in agreement with Juantra01; those of us with previous versions can compare their performance; it is true that this new one falls short of what it was at the start, lamentable that an EDT (first version) has superior longevity to the EDP (current). It seems they are cutting costs on production, making something similar but not identical. If you don’t know Essencial Elixir, buy it; if you liked it and finished it, buy it again too, but don’t expect notable longevity like the first versions, as it simply doesn’t have it. As a scent: Very good. Longevity: Moderate (projects for almost 2 hours). Duration: 6 hours. Is it recommended?: Yes and No. Cheers, community.

• Matux

  January 22, 2022

  

  I bought it a month ago, tried it, went on holiday, and tried it again: surprise, the blend settled and revealed it is truly complex. The top notes dominate with cardamomo, playing with the citrus (mandarin, grapefruit, lemon). After a few minutes, the aromatic notes emerge and last quite a while. What is really appreciable are the middle and base notes. For now, a slight leather with aromatics stands out; I perceive flowers but in the background. The base is dominated by vanilla, with something green (perhaps vetiver), plus cognac, patchouli and sandalwood. In terms of scent, it is quite persistent. I’m not sure how it compares to the previously reviewed batches. I could see they are produced in different countries, which can cause variations. Judging by this one, Essencial Oud, Homem Verum and Homem DOM (EDT and EDP) from this house win hands down in value for money. The truth is, a discovery I enjoy considerably.

• Scolderfdf

  March 4, 2022

  

  Barely testing it, I noticed the new bottle version (with a rhombus-style relief). Smells very pleasant and warm; it opens with spices and cardamomo giving it a spicy kick; once it settles, it clings to the skin and feels like leather with citrus. Ideal for the office or casual outings. It doesn’t project much but has a seductive and captivating trail. Once settled, it resembles CH Privé, although that one barely lasts on me. Recommended if you can get it at a good price.

• Julian37

  April 8, 2022

  

  This opens with LEATHER, MUSK and LIQUEUR, with a touch of grapefruit that fades quickly… By the 6-hour mark, it settles into VANILLA and musk with a hint of leather… Incredible longevity: on my skin, even after a shower, I can still detect it after 12 hours… It is super persistent. Projection isn’t explosive (about 1.5 metres for the first hour, then soft but steady for several hours), yet it leaves a recognisable trail at 2 or 3 metres for around 3 hours. It is quite a niche fragrance, DEFINITELY for cold weather, winter or autumn, in the evening or on very specific occasions during the day if it’s chilly. If you don’t like leather, it’s not for you… As for value for money, I think it is spectacular!

• Bruno K

  May 30, 2022

  

  Full leather, like a jacket. It reminds me of a decant of CH Men that I’ve kept since 2012. Simply delicious. You can feel the bite of the pepper on the opening, then it’s all leather and a hint of cognac. I should add that I have another bottle with a nicer design and a lid similar to the Yuqawa.

• ffaundezm

  June 20, 2022

  

  I bought it blind and I must confess I’m delighted with the scent and performance. For me, it’s better than Essencial Oud; it’s elegant and youthful. At first it didn’t convince me, but then I found my taste for it. It’s now in my top of the collection, without a doubt.

• pollo64

  July 14, 2022

  

  Excellent perfume, one of the best from Natura. Very similar to Giesso 01 (Argentina) and CH Privé, except the citrus opening is short-lived. Then comes that attractive scent of pepper, liquor and leather. It’s an affordable and high-quality option if you like CH Privé; if not, look for Giesso 01, which costs less and performs equally well.

• mandreozzi

  July 21, 2022

  

  I bought one from the 2022 batch in Argentina a week ago and got into a conflict with the notes declared by Natura. The Mexico catalogue from 2018 stated Top: Apple, Cassis, Grapefruit; Heart: Violet, Leather, Lavender; Base: Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cedar, Musk. But the Argentina 2022 catalogue says Top: Juniper, Thyme, Cardamom; Heart: Violet, Geranium, Lavender; Base: Patchouli, Vetiver, Moss. Olfactorily, I identify the note path of the Mexican version rather than those declared in Argentina. Nevertheless, it’s a very good perfume and I receive very good compliments. It’s exclusive for cold or mild weather as it’s sweet; it’s not animalic at all compared to the Essentiel Oud-Vainilla. And yes, for me, it’s much better than CH Privé… or not as citrusy as the Hypnôse Homme by Lancôme.

• FVC27

  July 22, 2022

  

  Great price-to-quality ratio. It’s a warm, spiced leather with a touch of vanilla bourbon.

• pepel9

  July 31, 2022

  

  Batch 2022: Absolute beast. Smells like goat. It opens with an alcoholic and citrusy note with cardamom that evaporates in seconds, leaving pure musk and freshly tanned sheepskin. After 30-40 minutes, flowers, woods and vanilla emerge to soften the mix, though the leather and musk remain dominant. The first hour is a difficult scent; the musk is potent and smells like a sheep pen. I don’t see what it’s for.

• PacheHD

  August 6, 2022

  

  Excellent perfume; one could say it’s a dupe of CH Privé, but no, it has its own path. On my skin, the mandarin stands out along with the leather and cognac, a combination that makes me think it could work very well on summer nights. For what it’s worth, it’s an excellent purchase compared to CH Privé.

• imnotlarry

  August 12, 2022

  

  The resemblance to CH Privé is true, but they differ. Despite having a certain alcoholic note, it’s not like whisky as CH is, and personally, I feel it’s more spiced, with a particularly sharp note in the opening. I didn’t like it. 5/10.

• AugustoDoc

  September 19, 2022

  

  I didn’t have any perfumes with a leather note in my discreet collection until this Elixir, nor did I know the CH Man Privé. I picked it up at a super offer and almost regretted it, because after the brief citrus opening of cardamom, something emerged that made me understand what they call ‘animalic’. For me, it was like sweat or damp clothes, which I didn’t like at all. I insisted for a few days and it became a acquired taste; that animalic note was the leather, and I no longer dislike it, quite the opposite. I think that’s what predominates in the life of a perfume; perhaps the soft notes of violet and lavender, I don’t perceive the alcohol, just very light woods. Very rich; I don’t think it’s meant to please the masses, its performance is discreet, about 6 hours but finally close to the skin. It’s very good.

• Carlo Mendez

  September 30, 2022

  

  What a beauty; it was love at first sniff. A super delicious, slightly alcoholic leather; a fragrance to ignite masculinity without being animalic or exotic. Compliments without any problem. Good duration, though not excellent; I love it; it’s entered my top 3. Scent: 8/10, Longevity: 7.5/10, Projection: 7/10, Compliments: 8.6/10, Presentation: 7/10 [RECOMMENDED]. I found it for $20 because it was discontinued and they wanted to get rid of it; what luck!

• Rafa Davidzen

  December 5, 2022

  

  It’s a spectacular woody fragrance. Moderate trail but with good longevity, lasting up to 8 hours. It feels like a balanced blend where pepper and cardamom stand out in a slightly citrus matrix, with violet and leather in a woody base. Recommended; it’s one of my favourites.

• rodriguezsantiago

  February 17, 2023

  

  I bought it blind for a good price and positive reviews. Upon trying it, I thought it was very masculine, almost animalic due to the leather and cognac; I’d never tried anything like this and at first, it seemed heavy and difficult to wear. I gave it several chances and grew to like and love it. I’d use it in cold weather and at night in social settings; given its strength and scent, I don’t see it serving other purposes. The performance is excellent in longevity, projection, and trail, and for the accessible price, it’s a real gem.

• Andrés88

  April 10, 2023

  

  A good fragrance, subtle and rich. It’s for close encounters because it doesn’t project much and the trail is short, but it’s very pleasant. It leaves no liquor notes and is slightly sweet.

• wml41190760++

  April 12, 2023

  

  I picked this up on offer. At first, I didn’t like it because I wasn’t used to this style, but with time, I came to love it. It’s for men, not for children. Ideal for cold nights, matching the outfit it calls for (boots, leather jacket, jumper, shirt, and tie). I now use it for studying and teaching. On the skin, it lasts about 6 or 7 hours; it doesn’t project much, which limits the compliments, but when girls are right up close, it earns plenty of praise.

• Dodo

  April 27, 2023

  

  Confirming it: yes, it smells like CH Men Privé. Top quality for the price; that sweet, powdery leather is a luxury. It doesn’t last as long, but it makes up for it. In cold weather, it’s less noticeable; I imagine it’s made for heat where the molecules really open up. But as soon as you warm up, it gains body and smells like expensive whisky or cognac. I’ll repeat the cliché: drunk and sexy.

• Sloan_Arg

  May 14, 2023

  

  A flanker of CH Privé, but not the same. In my case, I loved it, very masculine, mature, and spirited. It has many similarities with CH Privé but isn’t the same. I like it a lot. As with the whole Essencial line, I recommend not buying blindly. Here in Argentina, there’s the Giesso 01 which is very similar to CH Privé; I admit that this version is richer for me. Acceptable performance, not a beast, but it doesn’t leave you halfway through. Unfortunately, in Argentina it’s a mid-range fragrance leaning towards designer prices. 7 out of 10 points.

• Juan Pas

  May 16, 2023

  

  Rich fragrance, poor performance.

• Fedehart

  May 19, 2023

  

  Rich, warm, enveloping, slightly sweet, ambered, and very seductive. It never fails when choosing something quickly: leather, cognac, sandalwood, and benzoin give it an interesting, rounded, and embracing body. It’s not a beast in projection, so it doesn’t bother, nor is it hyper-dense or unpleasant. If you like warm, semi-sweet perfumes, it’s an excellent option. It follows the line of CH Man Privé and Giesso 01 (liquorish and seductive). It usually earns compliments in intimate settings or close interactions, projecting a sensual, confident, and welcoming image.

• LuisEnrique31

  August 29, 2023

  

  I gave it a whole year to see if it aged well, but it didn’t. I applied it 12 months ago, used it for a month, then used it again after another year. Longevity 6 hours on skin, up to 12 on clothes. Projection 30 minutes. Sillage 1 hour. Scent 8/10, smells good. If you’re going to an open area, apply 20 sprays on clothes and skin; otherwise, it won’t disappear quickly. In an enclosed space, about 10 sprays on clothes and 2 on the neck. With lots of air, it fades. Apply under clothes. Seasons: spring nights, autumn and winter days and nights. Super cheap price, 28 dollars in Peru, sometimes as low as 25. If several of Natura’s fragrances had better projection and longevity, ugh, I’d only buy Natura.

• Orezza

  December 6, 2023

  

  Is it discontinued?

• 26021981b@rd0

  December 24, 2023

  

  Rich fragrance, but it doesn’t last long…

• AntRoquentin

  February 9, 2024

  

  I like to see Natura and its discontinued clones as a rock band: Natura gained fame with covers of CH Men and CH Men Privé (this Essencial Elixir being one). Over time and with its own successes, Natura moved on from part of its repertoire, taking those reverts with it. The Elixir, discontinued for years, had a brief relaunch in 2021 that seemed like a limited edition to clear stock; the bottle I have is from that era and has acceptable performance (moderate projection and 7-hour longevity). The scent has three accords: cardamom-lavender, leather-liquor, and musk-patchouli, with the latter setting it apart from CH Men Privé and bringing it closer to the now-extinct Hypnôse by Lancôme. That 2021 reappearance was well-received but poorly exploited: Natura made a reformulated reissue that wasn’t so fortunate, lacking the magic of before, which explains recent complaints about its performance.

• kaliperonfire

  September 10, 2024

  

  A mature, formal-cut men’s fragrance, ideal for winter and evening. Scent rating 8.3/10: leather, cognac, and vanilla take the lead. The opening reveals mandarin, very masculine, perfect for a leather jacket or black attire. In the dry down, it becomes more palatable for everyone, with more vanilla and a honeyed sensation, perhaps due to the sweetness of the cognac. Quality rating 8.3/10: being from the catalogue, it has excellent aroma and an evolution worthy of expensive perfumes, not smelling of alcohol. Good bottle and decent atomiser. Longevity rating 7.6/10: as an EDP, it’s as expected, not sublime but not disappointing, around 6 hours. Projection rating 7.5/10: noticeable for the first two hours, not a bomb but gives presence and a decent trail. Versatility rating 6.6/10: not versatile; due to the notes, it’s for winter/autumn, better for night than day. Can be a signature for informal moments but shines in formal occasions. Age 30+ due to seriousness and maturity. Price rating 7.3/10: previously discontinued in Argentina with ridiculous prices, but stock returned at a fair price, around 56k pesos or 43 dollars. Final score 7.6/10: a quality fragrance at a good price, decent performance, elegant, masculine, woody, with leather and liquor. Natura once again demonstrates it makes great perfumes.

• Shecka

  January 7, 2025

  

  The Natura Essencial Elixir relies heavily on the nose that smells it. It smells of sweet leather, yet quite animalistic. The opening features violets, but soon that animal, sweet, and spiced leather takes over. It resembles CH Men Privé in the opening, but this leather becomes more animal-like than Carolina Herrera’s. If you don’t like that animal leather, go for CH Men Privé if you can find a good price. Otherwise, this Natura offers a good olfactory experience reminiscent of Herrera. Longevity is average, around 5 hours. Projection is moderate, neither very strong nor weak. It smells better in the air than up close. It’s not the best in performance. If you’re seeking longevity and projection, try other fragrances from the Essencial or Homem de Natura lines. If you want leather with better performance and a richer scent, try the Natura Homem Tato. In summary, if you’re looking for quality and aroma, go for CH Men Privé, although its price is higher. Final note: 8/10.

• julialmiron

  October 31, 2025

  

  Living in Argentina, if you’re hunting for an alternative to the discontinued CH Men Privé, Giesso 01 is my top recommendation. It feels much closer to the original CH Men Privé, which never boasted beastly longevity. Here, you can truly detect the Natura DNA, so I blindly recommend this fragrance as your go-to option.