Himalaya
citrus up front, then woody, settling into powdery.
About
Himalaya by Creed is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Himalaya was launched in 2002. Himalaya was created by Olivier Creed and Erwin Creed. Top notes are Calabrian bergamot, Grapefruit and Sicilian Lemon; middle note is Sandalwood; base notes are Musk, Ambergris and Cedar. Oliver Creed created this masculine fragrance…
Noses: Erwin Creed · Olivier Creed
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Himalaya smell like?
citrus up front, then woody, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: citrus, woody, powdery.
What notes are in Himalaya?
Top: Calabrian bergamot, Grapefruit, Sicilian Lemon. Heart: Sandalwood. Base: Musk, Ambergris, Cedar.
How long does Himalaya last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Himalaya loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Himalaya best for?
Spring is the top pick (34%). Summer is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Himalaya?
Day wear leads at 72%. Night is a secondary pick at 28%.
Is Himalaya for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 49% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Himalaya?
Composed by Erwin Creed and Olivier Creed. Released in 2002.
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