Artemisia
powdery up front, then violet, settling into musky.
About
Artemisia by Penhaligon's is a Oriental fragrance for women. Artemisia was launched in 2002. Top notes are Nectarine and Green Notes; middle notes are Violet, Vanilla, Tea, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine and Green Apple; base notes are Musk, Sandalwood, Oakmoss and Amber.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Violet, Vanilla, Tea, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Green Apple
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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Artemisia smell like?
powdery up front, then violet, settling into musky. Dominant accords: powdery, violet, musky.
What notes are in Artemisia?
Top: Nectarine, Green Notes. Heart: Violet, Vanilla, Tea, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Green Apple. Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Amber.
How long does Artemisia last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Artemisia loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Artemisia best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Fall is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Artemisia?
Day wear leads at 78%. Night is a secondary pick at 22%.
Is Artemisia for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 64% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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