Royal Water
citrus up front, then fresh spicy, settling into fresh.
About
Royal Water by Creed is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Royal Water was launched in 1997. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Creed. Top notes are Citruses, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange and Vervain; middle notes are Basil, Allspice and Cumin; base notes are Musk and Cedarwood. Royal…
Nose: Olivier Creed
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
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 Creed picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Royal Water smell like?
citrus up front, then fresh spicy, settling into fresh. Dominant accords: citrus, fresh spicy, fresh.
What notes are in Royal Water?
Top: Citruses, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Vervain. Heart: Basil, Allspice, Cumin. Base: Musk, Cedarwood.
How long does Royal Water last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Royal Water loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Royal Water best for?
Summer is the top pick (41%). Spring is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Royal Water?
Day wear leads at 79%. Night is a secondary pick at 21%.
Is Royal Water for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 34% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Royal Water?
Composed by Olivier Creed. Released in 1997.
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