Luna by Penhaligon's

Brand: Penhaligon's

Concentration: EDT

Scent overview

Bergamot, lemon and bitter orange drift onto rose, juniper and jasmine over fir balsam and soft musks. A calm, moonlit citrus.

Scent Character

EDT · Introduced 2016 · Unisex

Key accords: Lemon, Bergamot, Bitter Orange, Rose, Juniper, Jasmine

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

  • Balsam Fir
  • Musk
  • Ambergris

Occasions: Daytime, Casual, Office

Seasons: Spring, Summer

Fragrance overview

Luna by Penhaligon's belongs to the fresh fragrance family. Bergamot, lemon and bitter orange drift onto rose, juniper and jasmine over fir balsam and soft musks. A calm, moonlit citrus. Luna opens with Lemon, Bergamot, and Bitter Orange. The heart brings Rose, Juniper, and Jasmine. It dries down to Balsam Fir, Musk, and Ambergris.

How to wear Luna

On skin, Luna by Penhaligon's has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime, casual, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford. Apply Luna first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Luna : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Luna opens with Lemon, Bergamot, and Bitter Orange.

The heart brings Rose, Juniper, and Jasmine.

It dries down to Balsam Fir, Musk, and Ambergris.

What to layer with Luna

  • Tom Ford Neroli Portofino bottle

    Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Fresh and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, bergamot, and bitter orange.

    Order: Apply Luna first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Luna : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino

  • Viktor & Rolf Flower Bomb bottle

    Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and jasmine.

    Order: Apply Flower Bomb first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Luna over the top for fresh complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Luna : 1 spray Flower Bomb

  • Le Labo Rose 31 bottle

    Rose 31 by Le Labo

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and musk.

    Order: Apply Rose 31 first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Luna over the top for fresh complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Luna : 2 sprays Rose 31

  • Yves Saint Laurent Y EDP bottle

    Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Fresh and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, juniper, and ambergris.

    Order: Apply Luna first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Y EDP on top for aromatic lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Luna : 2 sprays Y EDP

  • Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Midnight bottle

    Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and jasmine.

    Order: Apply Luna first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Luna : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight

Pairings to approach with care

  • Parfums de Marly Kalan bottle

    Kalan by Parfums de Marly

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Kalan has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Kalan brings an oriental contrast to this fresh scent.

    Order: Apply Kalan first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Luna over the top for fresh complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Luna : 1 spray Kalan

  • Parfums de Marly Pegasus Exclusif bottle

    Pegasus Exclusif by Parfums de Marly

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    Not Recommended · 31/99

    Pegasus Exclusif has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Pegasus Exclusif brings an oriental contrast to this fresh scent.

    Order: Apply Pegasus Exclusif first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Luna over the top for fresh complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Luna : 1 spray Pegasus Exclusif

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Luna?

Luna opens with Lemon, Bergamot, and Bitter Orange. The heart brings Rose, Juniper, and Jasmine. It dries down to Balsam Fir, Musk, and Ambergris.

How long does Luna last, and how strong is it?

Luna by Penhaligon's has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration.

When should you wear Luna?

It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime, casual, and office.

What layers well with Luna?

Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Fresh and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, bergamot, and bitter orange. Apply Luna first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Luna : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino.

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