Menthe Fraiche
green up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Menthe Fraiche by James Heeley is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Menthe Fraiche was launched in 2006. Top notes are Mint and Bergamot; middle notes are Green Tea and Freesia; base note is Virginia Cedar. Universal and modern, natural and ultra fresh unisex fragrance. Top notes are…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownDrydown· 6h+
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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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More James Heeley picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Menthe Fraiche smell like?
green up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: green, aromatic, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Menthe Fraiche?
Top: Mint, Bergamot. Heart: Green Tea, Freesia. Base: Virginia Cedar.
How long does Menthe Fraiche last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Menthe Fraiche loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Menthe Fraiche best for?
Summer is the top pick (52%). Spring is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Menthe Fraiche?
Day wear leads at 87%. Night is a secondary pick at 13%.
Is Menthe Fraiche for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 75% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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