Loewe 7 Natural by Loewe

Yesterday I tried Loewe 7 Natural for the second time (third if I count when I smelled it on someone else), and all three experiences were different. The first seemed very weak, yesterday it was quite potent and lasted about 12 hours, and on the other person it was also strong from a distance, not just at the start. I think now the composition does reflect the pyramid, made only with the seven declared ingredients and all except the natural musk. Dior also claims ambroxan is natural in Sauvage, as we know, with their convoluted rhetoric and ambiguous, far-fetched poetry… it’s hard to say what’s in it and what isn’t. The scent isn’t to my taste, but I think it’s a good perfume that could work well on other skins or noses. The problem is always the same: it comes from a brand with a lot of rubbish and is cheap; two key factors that mean many people won’t even try it. The opening gives an Issey Homme vibe due to the yuzu, but it fades gradually; the bitter orange doesn’t seem to have much effect to me, although that set of bitter, incense-like, spiced, and woody notes gives it a dry character. The problem is that on me the incense dominates too much, of a type that takes on metallic and strange overtones that in large quantities can twist the nose (this doesn’t happen to me, I’ll count it as an aside). Roughly speaking, all the listed notes are noticeable, what I struggle with most is framing the musk; it’s there, I also don’t know the smell of the different musks separately. What I do notice, despite having many dry notes, is a sweet and creamy touch, hard to explain, which I felt quite strongly when smelling it on a third person. I was thinking of sandalwood or something similar, but who knows.

A lighter proposal than the original; personally, I liked this version more as I find it more natural, as its name suggests, fresher and sharper. It starts with a dominant bitter orange alongside the yuzu, giving it a citrusy and clean character at the beginning, but gradually tones these down in favour of an incense with pepper that becomes more dominant as it dries. In the dry down, a ‘fresh’ incense dominates with citrus nuances and that spicy touch that doesn’t disappear throughout the duration. It’s an adult, mature, and serious perfume, fresh yet incense-laden, with potential for intermediate seasons and that conveys seriousness and professionalism. The longevity is good on my skin, recommended if you’re looking for a fresh incense.

The hype around this fragrance is astronomical… I’ve heard it many times because a friend owns it and it’s his favourite (I understand he’ll have to find another). It smells exactly like the regular 7 but with an orange that accompanies the entire life of the fragrance. Perhaps it’s kinder and less intense than the 7, but for all intents and purposes the same. If you like the 7 and oranges, you’ll love it. To my mind, it’s sweeter orange than bitter and has less intensity in the incense than the other flankers. I can smell it on my friend from a distance (the 7 range are some of the best things Loewe has released in years). Good, but not worth paying the ridiculous prices already being asked…

I bought this for my husband and I love the bottle (pity it won’t be the same as the photo). It smells fresh at first but passes quickly, then it’s church incense or Day of the Dead incense. The best part for me is the dry down, which is rich. The only downside is that the pepper makes me sneeze a lot. I consider it a good purchase because it’s different, but I wouldn’t order it again due to the sneezing. Incense doesn’t suit everyone, but I love it and it’s addictive. Before I had to wait a year to smell that at the altars for the Day of the Dead in Mexico; now it’s in a little blue bottle (and forget about the aquatic notes; there’s nothing of water here).

One of my favourites for its delicious citrus freshness. It’s the fresh and elegant version of its older sibling. I love Loewe products; they are very good. Highly recommended if you’re seeking freshness, with excellent longevity and projection. Every time I wear it, I receive many compliments. If someone asks for a long-lasting citrus scent, this is the first I mention. I like the yuzu note, so I’ll soon try the Issey Miyake one… P.S.: I tried it today and didn’t like it; they seem to have overdone the ingredient, too bitter for my taste.

I wasn’t going to write this in case nobody bought it, but it’s a masterpiece by Emilio Valero: fresh, citrusy, with a celestial incense that, when mixed with the fruits, creates an incredible harmony. It doesn’t disrespect the original Loewe 7, which is spectacular but better for winter; wear this one in summer and autumn without the incense feeling heavy. In short, a designer perfume wonder that smells like a niche scent for anyone who wants to smell different and enjoy the aroma regardless of what others think.

One of the best fragrances I own, deliciously fresh citrus. It is the fresh and elegant version of its older sister. I love Loewe products, very good. Recommended 100% if you seek freshness, with great longevity and trail. Every time I wear it, I get many compliments. If they ask for a citrusy and long-lasting scent, this is the first I mention. I like the yuzu note, so I will soon try the Issey Miyake one… P.S.: I tried it today and didn’t like it, seems they overdid the ingredient, too bitter for me.

Citrus from start to finish. It reminds me of Versace Eau Fraiche at the beginning. Gradually the classic Loewe 7 combination appears: cloves and incense, pepper and leather. It’s a rich fragrance. It makes me feel different from the rest and mysterious. It’s becoming my personal scent alongside the Loewe 7 Anonyme. Trail 6/10, longevity over 4 hours in warm humid weather, scent 10/10. Achievements: various, my girlfriend fell in love; as soon as we got home we made love.

For my nose, 7 Natural is more citrusy but not softer than the original; orange predominates and smells very good. In my opinion, it’s more masculine and long-lasting. The test card still smells after four days (though it’s not the same on skin, so please test before buying). It’s for natural, cheerful, and jovial men. I bought it as a gift looking for something citrusy, aromatic, and with a special touch, and it has it. I’m sure it will be a hit.

I have varied tastes because I’ve trained my nose in this: citrus, fruity, spicy, woody, oriental… I bought the 7 Natural blind following the review by Mexican blogger Eduardo on Myscentjourney. The bitter orange + yuzu + incense have an incredible synergy. It’s clean, fresh, elegant, and perfect. EXCELLENT trail and longevity. Definitely a correct purchase that I want to keep. Also, they say it was reformulated with the bottle change.

Very masculine perfume, with personality and great presence. It has a powdery touch that makes it delicious for the nose, plus very good longevity. Although woods dominate, they mix with citrus ingredients and the result is a very youthful fragrance, very ‘natural’ as its name specifies. Highly recommended for any age as it’s a very casual and captivating scent.

Smells like orangeade with mineral water, more citrusy and aromatic than the original 7. Longevity is moderate, around 4-7 hours with a subtle trail. The incense is faithful to the classic, with a spicy touch and a rich woody base. Reminds me of Jean-Claude Ellena: aquatic notes that seem dissolved in water, arriving and departing with their own personality.

Citrus opening with plenty of pepper, but what really shines is the dry-down: a soft, spiced incense that gives it a rich, family-friendly character. Reminds me of the regular 7, so it must be popular here. It lacks much projection; it’s more for personal scenting at close range. In short: it’s lovely and worth a try, though I expected more punch.

Very fresh and bitter opening; the yuzu isn’t as sharp as Issey Miyake’s. Over time it becomes spicy due to the pink pepper. As it dries down, what I notice most is the incense; not as heavy as the classic 7, but it’s definitely there. Anyway, an exquisite fragrance that is unfortunately no longer sold.

I love the blend that emerges a few minutes after application: citrus and incense. An unusual combination that gives it distinction, far from typical summer or sporty fresh scents. The incense is very subtle, nothing intrusive compared to the original 7.