L'Eau de L'Eau (2008)
by Diptyque

I don't too much of the cloves from the former L'eau but I find this to be an outstanding citrusy cologne water with floral herbs. A huge thumbs up from me. That is, if it lasted longer. The opening is big and bold and screams and is really good at it but gets hoarse after a few sentences. The scent is refreshing and good. I'm torn on this.

Well… this L’Eau is better than L’Eau des Hespérides. At first and for a short time, the fragrance presents a solid citrus / cloves / spice accord that is quite strong, aromatic, and enjoyable. Unfortunately, the enjoyment lasts about forty-five seconds, because that’s about all the opening lasts. Way too quickly L’Eau de L’Eau settles down to cologne strength, revealing a couple of other spices – cinnamon and pepper – and herbs / floral – geranium, lavender, and orange blossom in a subtle, nicely balanced, but short lasting heart accord. Smell quickly with the opening and the heart accord – they’re gone in a flash. It ends with an unoriginal, subtle, and short lasting tonka drydown. This fragrance started out quite nicely but, unfortunately, it has no lasting power at all on my skin – it doesn’t even last an hour. Thumbs down for lack of longevity.

L'Eau de L'Eau is essentially a cologne (or watered down) version of L'Eau. If you found L'Eau a bit heavy with the cloves, give this one a try.