Shiseido

Zen Original

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Zen Original by Shiseidois a Chypre fragrance for women. Zen Original was launched in 1964. The nose behind this fragrance is Josephine Catapano. Top notes are Hiacynth, Galbanum, Bergamot and Orange Blossom; middle notes are Carnation, Orris Root, Narcissus, Jasmine, Mimosa, Violet and Rose; base notes are Oakmoss, Musk, Sandalwood, Cedar and Amber.

Notes

Top notes

First 0–15 minutes

Orange Blossom Galbanum

Heart notes

15 minutes – 2 hours

Hiacynth Carnation Narcissus Jasmine Mimosa Violet Rose Bergamot

Base notes

2+ hours, dry-down

Orris Root Oakmoss Musk Sandalwood Cedar Amber

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile

Longevity6–8 hrs

Sillage (projection)Moderate

When to wear Zen Original

Best seasons

🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter

Best occasions

Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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