Esencia Eau de Parfum by Loewe
Brand: Loewe
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Robust and green-spicy: red pepper berries and basil over sharp tarragon, built from more than 200 elements.
Is Esencia Eau de Parfum worth it?
How it smells: Opens with red pepper and basil, tarragon at the heart, then dries down to woody notes.
Scent Score: 68/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 76, versatility 67, layerability 43 and value 76, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Fall and winter, for the office and evenings. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Masculine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2018 · Men
Key accords: Red Pepper, Basil, Tarragon, Woody Notes
Top Notes
- Red Pepper
- Basil
Heart Notes
- Tarragon
- Basil
Base Notes
- Woody Notes
- Red Pepper
Occasions: Office, Evening
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Esencia Eau de Parfum by Loewe belongs to the woody fragrance family. Robust and green-spicy: red pepper berries and basil over sharp tarragon, built from more than 200 elements. Esencia Eau de Parfum opens with Red Pepper and Basil. The heart brings Tarragon and Basil. It dries down to Woody Notes and Red Pepper.
How to wear Esencia Eau de Parfum
On skin, Esencia Eau de Parfum by Loewe has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for office and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fiore d'Ulivo by Xerjoff. Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fiore d'Ulivo on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Fiore d'Ulivo and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Esencia Eau de Parfum opens with Red Pepper and Basil.
The heart brings Tarragon and Basil.
It dries down to Woody Notes and Red Pepper.
What to layer with Esencia Eau de Parfum
Fiore d'Ulivo by Xerjoff
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share basil.
Order: Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fiore d'Ulivo on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Fiore d'Ulivo
La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share red pepper.
Order: Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Parfum on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Parfum
CK One Shock for Him by Calvin Klein
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share basil.
Order: Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One Shock for Him on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays CK One Shock for Him
Burnt Roses by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share woody notes.
Order: Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Burnt Roses on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Burnt Roses
Meliora by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share woody notes.
Order: Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Meliora on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Meliora
Pairings to approach with care
Angel Eau de Parfum by Mugler
Not Recommended · 30/99
Angel Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Angel Eau de Parfum brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Angel Eau de Parfum on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 1 spray Angel Eau de Parfum
A*Men Eau de Toilette by Mugler
Not Recommended · 32/99
A*Men Eau de Toilette has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. A*Men Eau de Toilette brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer A*Men Eau de Toilette on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 1 spray A*Men Eau de Toilette
Related fragrances and why
- Esencia by Loewe — Another version of Esencia from Loewe.
- Fiore d'Ulivo by Xerjoff — Both include basil.
- La Nuit de L'Homme Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint LaurentTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include red pepper.
- CK One Shock for Him by Calvin KleinBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include basil.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Esencia Eau de Parfum?
Esencia Eau de Parfum opens with Red Pepper and Basil. The heart brings Tarragon and Basil. It dries down to Woody Notes and Red Pepper.
How long does Esencia Eau de Parfum last, and how strong is it?
Esencia Eau de Parfum by Loewe has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Esencia Eau de Parfum?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits office and evening.
What layers well with Esencia Eau de Parfum?
Fiore d'Ulivo by Xerjoff is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share basil. Apply Esencia Eau de Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fiore d'Ulivo on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Esencia Eau de Parfum : 2 sprays Fiore d'Ulivo.
Explore SCNTMIX
Find layering combinations in MixMode · Read fragrance layering guides
