Dzintars Hit Red
Dzintars

Hit Red

Released 2003
AromaticWoodySweetSpicyMuskyCitrus

Hit Red by Dzintarsis a Woody Chypre fragrance for men. Hit Red was launched in 2003. Top notes are Lavender, Clary Sage and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Benzoin, Sandalwood and Saffron; base notes are Amber, Vanilla, Musk and Patchouli.

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 Hit Red

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

ScentCast scores every fragrance against live weather, your occasion, and your taste — so it tells you the exact days Hit Red is the right pick.

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Common questions about Hit Red

What does Dzintars Hit Red smell like?+

Dzintars Hit Red is a aromatic, woody, and sweet fragrance. The opening is clary sage and mandarin orange. the heart settles on saffron and lavender. the dry-down rests on sandalwood, benzoin, and amber.

How long does Dzintars Hit Red last on skin?+

Dzintars Hit Red 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 Dzintars Hit Red?+

Dzintars Hit Red projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Dzintars Hit Red?+

Dzintars Hit Red 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 Dzintars Hit Red 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 Dzintars Hit Red worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Dzintars Hit Red fits collectors looking for aromatic, woody, and sweet signature. ScentCast members can add Dzintars Hit Red 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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