Mefisto by Xerjoff
Brand: Xerjoff
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Mefisto is a polished Italian citrus fragrance that opens with a bright, invigorating burst of grapefruit, bergamot, and lemon. Its aromatic lavender, delicate florals, and clean woody-musky drydown create an elegant, versatile signature suited to warm days and refined everyday wear.
Is Mefisto worth it?
How it smells: Opens with grapefruit, bergamot and lemon, lavender and rose at the heart, then dries down to cedar and musk.
Scent Score: 76/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 63, reputation 90, versatility 87, layerability 91 and value 48, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2009 · Men
Key accords: Grapefruit, Bergamot, Lemon, Lavender, Rose, Iris
Top Notes
- Grapefruit
- Bergamot
- Lemon
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Outdoor
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Mefisto by Xerjoff belongs to the fresh fragrance family. A sparkling blend of citrus, cool lavender, soft florals, and clean musk over a refined woody base. Mefisto opens with Grapefruit, Bergamot, and Lemon. The heart brings Lavender, Rose, and Iris. It dries down to Cedar, Musk, and Amber.
How to wear Mefisto
On skin, Mefisto by Xerjoff has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, date, and outdoor. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply Mefisto first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Mefisto : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Mefisto opens with Grapefruit, Bergamot, and Lemon.
The heart brings Lavender, Rose, and Iris.
It dries down to Cedar, Musk, and Amber.
What to layer with Mefisto
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, iris, and musk.
Order: Apply Mefisto first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mefisto : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and musk.
Order: Apply Mefisto first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mefisto : 1 spray Flowerbomb
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and musk.
Order: Apply Mefisto 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 Mefisto : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, bergamot, and lemon.
Order: Apply Mefisto first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mefisto : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and cedar.
Order: Apply Mefisto first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mefisto : 2 sprays J'adore
Pairings to approach with care
Boundless by Amouage
Not Recommended · 30/99
Boundless has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Boundless brings a spicy contrast to this fresh scent.
Order: Apply Mefisto first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boundless on top for spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mefisto : 1 spray Boundless
Poivre 23 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 33/99
Poivre 23 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Poivre 23 brings a spicy contrast to this fresh scent.
Order: Apply Mefisto first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Poivre 23 on top for spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Mefisto : 1 spray Poivre 23
Related fragrances and why
- Mefisto Gentiluomo by XerjoffBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Another version of Mefisto from Xerjoff.
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include rose, iris, and musk.
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, rose, and musk.
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, rose, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Mefisto?
Mefisto opens with Grapefruit, Bergamot, and Lemon. The heart brings Lavender, Rose, and Iris. It dries down to Cedar, Musk, and Amber.
How long does Mefisto last, and how strong is it?
Mefisto by Xerjoff has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Mefisto?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, and outdoor.
What layers well with Mefisto?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, iris, and musk. Apply Mefisto first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Mefisto : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
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