Yohji Essential 1998
Yohji Essential 1998 opens with grapefruit and galbanum — the tart citrus against the green bitterness of the resin, pushing the opening away from simple freshness into something with sharper character.
The scent fingerprint
Weighted by intensity across 12 accords.
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- Herbal50
- Aromatic50
- Yellow Floral50
- Sweet
The note pyramid
- Grapefruit
- Galbanum
- Raspberry
- Ylang-Ylang
- Lily of the Valley
- Freesia
- Rose
By the editors · 2 min readYohji Essential 1998 opens with grapefruit and galbanum — the tart citrus against the green bitterness of the resin, pushing the opening away from simple freshness into something with sharper character. The galbanum in particular dates it pleasantly; it was more common before sweetness became the dominant register of mainstream perfumery.
The heart shifts into fruit-floral territory: raspberry adds a pulpy sweetness, while ylang-ylang, lily of the valley, freesia, and rose create a layered bouquet that's dense without being overwhelming. The base of sandalwood, amber, and patchouli is warm and conventional — a reliable landing pad that lets the heart florals take the spotlight.
A green-floral oriental that reflects its era without feeling tired.
Scent twins
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