Mon Vetiver

Mon Vetiver by Essential Parfums is a clean, fresh, and aromatic vetiver fragrance with a bright, citrusy opening that evokes a gin and tonic or a cool shower on a summer morning. It features notes of lime, juniper, lavender, cashmeran, and Haitian vetiver, blending into a smooth, woody, and slightly soapy drydown. The scent is clean and modern, leaning masculine but wearable by anyone in spring and summer. While the overall composition is well-blended, its performance is notably weak: the fragrance fades quickly and has minimal projection, making it more of a skin scent that lasts around 2 to 3 hours. A few users report more unexpected or personal experiences—some detect a menthol or green petrichor note, while others feel it turns into just a trace of gin or an overly synthetic musk. Yet, the majority appreciate its naturalistic, understated elegance and excellent value, especially compared to more expensive luxury vetiver scents. It fits well in professional or casual daytime settings and is ideal for warm weather, though it doesn't offer standout longevity or sillage.