Osaïto by M. Micallef
Men 2016
Description
Osaïto by M. Micallef is an aromatic fragrance for men. Launched in 2016, this composition was created by Geoffrey Nejman and Jean-Claude Astier. Its top notes feature citrus and grapefruit, awakening the senses; the heart reveals myrtle, marine notes, and fennel; while the base settles on musk, sandalwood, and precious woods.
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Leading answer I want it
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Leading answer Like it
421 votes
Season
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About Osaïto
Osaïto by M. Micallef is an aromatic fragrance for men. Launched in 2016, this composition was created by Geoffrey Nejman and Jean-Claude Astier. Its top notes feature citrus and grapefruit, awakening the senses; the heart reveals myrtle, marine notes, and fennel; while the base settles on musk, sandalwood, and precious woods.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
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Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
255 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
209 votes
Value perception
Leading answer A little expensive
171 votes
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12 reviews
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I can’t detect any trace of ADG; to me, it smells more like Mirto Di Panare by ADP. It’s fresh, though not suitable for extreme heat. It has a super clean, soapy touch—I absolutely love it!
I had high expectations, but unfortunately, it’s not what I was looking for. Although it’s aquatic, its opening is very bitter with grapefruit, nothing like a fresh citrus cologne. Upon spraying, it gives the sensation of insecticide spray—at least in Mexico, that scent is associated with that. This lasts for the first 40 minutes. Afterwards, it softens; what I like most is the dry-down, which reminds me of Hugo Element by Hugo Boss. Overall, it’s wearable, non-invasive and different, but it’s not for me.
Osaïto is one of my favourite scents from the brand and one of the best in its category. Marine, mineral and very clean, where the myrtle really stands out. I agree with those who compare it to Ege and especially Mirto di Panarea, but this one is more mineral and intense; at times it gives a sensation of camphor or menthol. It brings naturalness and quality, just like everything from Micallef. On my skin it’s linear but with brutal longevity. It smells more masculine, suits everything and shines in the heat. Highly recommended to try. If you have the references, compare them to see if they’re redundant. Note: 9/10. Tested with a sample from Mon Parfum, Chile.
Osaito is one of my favourites from the brand and the genre. Marine, mineral, and super clean, with myrtle taking the lead. I agree with those who say it resembles Ege and Mirto di Panarea, but this is more mineral and intense, sometimes smelling of camphor or mint. It gives a sense of naturalness and quality typical of Micaleff. On me it’s linear but the longevity is brutal. It feels more masculine, ideal for everything, and in the heat it’s brilliant. Give it a try. If you have the others, compare them to see if they’re redundant. Note: 9/10. Tested with a sample at Mon Parfum, Chile.
I understand those who praise it, but I’m lucky enough to own Ege by Nishane, and the comparison was obvious. They share the same herbal and aquatic DNA, but Ege leans creamy and woody in the dry-down, whereas Osaïto stays marine. They’re different, as we’d say at home, ‘it leans lazily to the left’. What they absolutely lack is projection and longevity, areas where Nishane is unmatched. Osaïto is a good clean, soapy, herbal and marine scent, a rare DNA that projects hygiene and relaxation, ideal for an informal afternoon. As a counterpoint, it has a high price for the performance and isn’t innovative, which is why I can’t give it a high score.
A good fragrance from Micallef… I agree that for some noses there’s a synthetic point, like concentrated chemicals, but in my case it doesn’t bother. The opening is very citrusy, where the myrtle soap is already noticeable. This bright part fades and leaves an aromatic, salty, soapy and clean scent. It doesn’t have much development, but it’s good. What it lacks is personality; it’s a simple scent that could pass for a good designer fragrance, which isn’t bad given the price competition. But with this profile, I wouldn’t pay its price. Here’s the breakdown: citrus, a salty touch, musk and myrtle as the core. At the end, the woody and spicy notes are noticeable without losing freshness. It works great almost always, from June to September in Valencia. It performs well without being overbearing.
A nice scent from Micaleff. Some noses might find it chemical, but it doesn’t bother me. It opens very citrusy with that distinctive myrtle soapy note. Then it settles into an aromatic, salty, clean dry-down. It doesn’t change much; it’s simple and competitive for the price, though I wouldn’t pay for this profile. Citrus, salt, musk, and myrtle are its forte. In the end, you can detect the wood and spice without losing freshness. It works well in Valencia from June to September. Good longevity without being overpowering.
It doesn’t seem that similar to ADG to me; I notice it’s sweeter and more floral. The problem is that in its initial phases, until it dries properly, it smells like ammonia, like when you’ve sweated a lot; it could be a reaction with my skin, although it never happened to me before. In the dry-down I notice it’s more feminine than masculine, at best unisex, although the scent is rich. It doesn’t project much and stays close to the skin with little, recommended to try though it’s not for me.
To my amateur nose, it’s enchanting, projects well and lasts all day on skin and clothes… forever. I hesitated to buy it because of the price, but the second time I used the sample I was convinced. Now it’s one of my favourites. It has a ‘sparkling’ opening that gives freshness and calm with just the right amount of sweetness, those kinds that bring happiness when perceived. The dry-down is excellent and I can still smell it several hours later. A complete product and a success from Micallef.
A Micaleff gem that blends femininity with a masculine heart. Smells elegant, perfect for signing autographs or any special occasion. Incredible longevity: over 12 hours on the skin and the trail lasts for hours. Excellent work from the house.
A delight and a success from Micallef… It has a feminine touch but doesn’t stop being masculine due to its heart notes. Great longevity +12h, a trail of 2m that lasts more than 3h (I don’t know how it will be in winter, now it’s summer)… It’s elegant, ideal for signing and all kinds of occasions. Great work from Micallef.
It smells like Aqua di Gio but more aquatic and of higher quality. For 99% of people, they won’t be able to tell this perfume apart from the typical Aqua di Gio or Zara Lisboa.