The Ghost In The Shell
lactonic up front, then citrus, settling into floral.
About
The Ghost In The Shell by Etat Libre d'Orange is a fragrance for women and men. The Ghost In The Shell was launched in 2021. Top notes are Aqual, Yuzu and Hexyl acetate; middle notes are Milk, Skin, Jasmine and Mugane; base notes are Orcanox™, Vinyl Guaiacol and Moss. MERGER…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Drydown· 6h+
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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Etat Libre d'Orange picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does The Ghost In The Shell smell like?
lactonic up front, then citrus, settling into floral. Dominant accords: lactonic, citrus, floral.
What notes are in The Ghost In The Shell?
Top: Aqual, Yuzu, Hexyl acetate. Heart: Milk, Skin, Jasmine, Mugane. Base: Orcanox™, Vinyl Guaiacol, Moss.
How long does The Ghost In The Shell last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is The Ghost In The Shell loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is The Ghost In The Shell best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Summer is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for The Ghost In The Shell?
Day wear leads at 75%. Night is a secondary pick at 25%.
Is The Ghost In The Shell for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 49% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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