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L'Eau d'Issey Pure
by Issey Miyake
L'Eau d'Issey Pure presents a refined, modern interpretation of the iconic original, focusing on a transparent aquatic floral heart centered around lily, jasmine, and orange blossom. The scent opens with a faint marine freshness, but quickly evolves into a naturally soft, creamy floral presence—warm and tranquil, with subtle salted ambergris and cashmere wood in the dry down. It carries a modest, inoffensive sillage and is most suitable for daytime wear in warm climates, blending seamlessly into spring and summer environments. Despite a few moments of sharpness or soap-like notes in early wear, the fragrance settles into a persistent, clean, watery elegance that many find calming and serene. A few note it as overly clean or generic, while others praise it as a sophisticated, minimalist masterpiece reminiscent of beachside quietude.
Pros
- +A highly wearable, tranquil floral with a clean, aquatic character
- +Strong longevity and moderate projection make it practical for daily wear
- +Smooth, velvety dry down with a salty ambergris and woody base adds depth
Cons
- −Some find it excessively soapy or detergent-like in the opening
- −The floral notes can be overpowering or one-dimensional
- −Lacks distinctiveness or strong drama for those seeking more challenging scents