Cerruti 1881 Essentiel
Cerruti

1881 Essentiel

SpicyWoodyGreenCitrusAromatic

1881 Essentiel by Cerrutiis a Woody Spicy fragrance for men.1881 Essentiel was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Sonia Constant. Top notes are Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Citruses and Grapefruit; middle notes are Basil, Pink Pepper and Artemisia; base notes are Vetiver, Cedar and Oakmoss.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear 1881 Essentiel

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about 1881 Essentiel

What does Cerruti 1881 Essentiel smell like?+

Cerruti 1881 Essentiel is a spicy, woody, and green fragrance. The opening is artemisia, grapefruit, and basil. the heart settles on pink pepper, citruses, and bergamot. the dry-down rests on vetiver, cedar, and oakmoss.

How long does Cerruti 1881 Essentiel last on skin?+

Cerruti 1881 Essentiel is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Cerruti 1881 Essentiel?+

Cerruti 1881 Essentiel projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Cerruti 1881 Essentiel?+

Cerruti 1881 Essentiel is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Cerruti 1881 Essentiel during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Cerruti 1881 Essentiel worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Cerruti 1881 Essentiel fits collectors looking for spicy, woody, and green signature. ScentCast members can add Cerruti 1881 Essentiel to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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