Citron 28 by Le Labo
Brand: Le Labo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Citron 28 presents citrus in a polished, modern style, pairing luminous lemon and citron with the fresh lift of ginger and the delicate floral character of jasmine. Cedar, guaiac wood, and musk create a clean, understated drydown that feels versatile and effortlessly elegant.
Is Citron 28 worth it?
How it smells: Opens with citron, lemon and ginger, jasmine at the heart, then dries down to cedar and guaiac wood.
Scent Score: 56/100 (Fair). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 39, reputation 63, versatility 87, layerability 70 and value 24, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring, summer and fall, for the office and casual days. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2014 · Unisex
Key accords: Citron, Lemon, Ginger, Jasmine, Cedar, Guaiac wood
Top Notes
- Citron
- Lemon
- Ginger
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Cedar
- Guaiac wood
- Musk
Occasions: Office, Casual, Outdoor, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Citron 28 by Le Labo belongs to the citrus fragrance family. A radiant lemon-and-citron opening is sharpened by sparkling ginger and softened by airy jasmine, settling into a clean, gently woody musk. Citron 28 opens with Citron, Lemon, and Ginger. The heart brings Jasmine. It dries down to Cedar, Guaiac wood, and Musk.
How to wear Citron 28
On skin, Citron 28 by Le Labo has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, outdoor, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Rose 31 by Le Labo. Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Citron 28 : 2 sprays Rose 31 and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Citron 28 opens with Citron, Lemon, and Ginger.
The heart brings Jasmine.
It dries down to Cedar, Guaiac wood, and Musk.
What to layer with Citron 28
Rose 31 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar, guaiac wood, and musk.
Order: Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citron 28 : 2 sprays Rose 31
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, jasmine, and cedar.
Order: Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citron 28 : 2 sprays CK One
Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger and cedar.
Order: Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Y EDP on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citron 28 : 2 sprays Y EDP
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, cedar, and musk.
Order: Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Libre on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citron 28 : 2 sprays Libre
Chrome by Azzaro
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, jasmine, and cedar.
Order: Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chrome on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citron 28 : 2 sprays Chrome
Pairings to approach with care
Elixir by rayhaan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 31/99
Citrus and Spicy notes can compete — apply lightly and test on skin first to find the right balance. Elixir brings a spicy contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Elixir on top for spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citron 28 : 1 spray Elixir
Oud Satin Mood Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Not Recommended · 31/99
Oud Satin Mood Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Eau de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Satin Mood Eau de Parfum on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Citron 28 : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Eau de Parfum
Related fragrances and why
- Rose 31 by Le LaboBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include cedar, guaiac wood, and musk.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include lemon, jasmine, and cedar.
- Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include ginger and cedar.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Citron 28?
Citron 28 opens with Citron, Lemon, and Ginger. The heart brings Jasmine. It dries down to Cedar, Guaiac wood, and Musk.
How long does Citron 28 last, and how strong is it?
Citron 28 by Le Labo has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Citron 28?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, outdoor, and date.
What layers well with Citron 28?
Rose 31 by Le Labo is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar, guaiac wood, and musk. Apply Citron 28 first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Citron 28 : 2 sprays Rose 31.
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