1 Million Cologne
citrus up front, then rose, settling into aromatic.
About
1 Million Cologne by Rabanne is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. 1 Million Cologne was launched in 2015. 1 Million Cologne was created by Olivier Pescheux and Michel Girard. Top notes are Sea Notes, Citruses, Mandarin Orange and Cardamom; middle notes are Rose and Juniper Berries; base notes are…
Noses: Olivier Pescheux · Michel Girard
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
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 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 1 Million Cologne smell like?
citrus up front, then rose, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: citrus, rose, aromatic.
What notes are in 1 Million Cologne?
Top: Sea Notes, Citruses, Mandarin Orange, Cardamom. Heart: Rose, Juniper Berries. Base: Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Leather.
How long does 1 Million Cologne last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is 1 Million Cologne loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is 1 Million Cologne best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Summer is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for 1 Million Cologne?
Day wear leads at 69%. Night is a secondary pick at 31%.
Is 1 Million Cologne for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 38% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made 1 Million Cologne?
Composed by Olivier Pescheux and Michel Girard. Released in 2015.
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