Freya
woody up front, then fresh, settling into floral.
About
Freya by Oriflame is a Floral fragrance for women. Freya was launched in 2002. The nose behind this fragrance is Philippe Bousseton. Top notes are Sea Notes and Citruses; middle notes are Wildflowers, Green Notes, Ginger, Rose and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Cedar, Patchouli and Sandalwood.
Nose: Philippe Bousseton
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 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 Oriflame picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Freya smell like?
woody up front, then fresh, settling into floral. Dominant accords: woody, fresh, floral.
What notes are in Freya?
Top: Sea Notes, Citruses. Heart: Wildflowers, Green Notes, Ginger, Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Cedar, Patchouli, Sandalwood.
How long does Freya last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Freya loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Freya best for?
Spring is the top pick (30%). Winter is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Freya?
Day wear leads at 72%. Night is a secondary pick at 28%.
Is Freya for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 53% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Freya?
Composed by Philippe Bousseton. Released in 2002.
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