Arbo
green up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Arbo by O Boticário is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Arbo was launched in 2002. The nose behind this fragrance is Carlos Benaïm. Top notes are Mint, Grapefruit, Petitgrain, Mandarin Orange, Geranium and Mountain Air; middle notes are Green Notes, Artemisia and Sage; base notes are Oakmoss, Musk and…
Nose: Carlos Benaïm
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Mint, Grapefruit, Petitgrain, Mandarin Orange, Geranium, Mountain Air
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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More O Boticário picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Arbo smell like?
green up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: green, aromatic, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Arbo?
Top: Mint, Grapefruit, Petitgrain, Mandarin Orange, Geranium, Mountain Air. Heart: Green Notes, Artemisia, Sage. Base: Oakmoss, Musk, Sandalwood.
How long does Arbo last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Arbo loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Arbo best for?
Summer is the top pick (42%). Spring is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Arbo?
Day wear leads at 81%. Night is a secondary pick at 19%.
Is Arbo for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 35% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Arbo?
Composed by Carlos Benaïm. Released in 2002.
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