Spanish perfumer known for a contemporary style that often explores rich woods, spices, amber notes and modern interpretations of oud. His work spans both designer and niche perfumery, with creations for houses including Atkinsons, Montblanc, Carolina Herrera, Juliette Has a Gun and Ex Nihilo.
BORNTOSTANDOUT Melon Malo starts with a realistic melon impression before moving, on paper, towards spices, rose, patchouli, oud and leather. A first look based on official information and a brief encounter at Esxence.
Demon Dancer turns contemporary dance into fragrance, pairing tart rhubarb and peppermint with orange blossom, modern woods, musks and tonka bean.
Atkinsons Mystic Moonlight turns tropical fruit, coconut and woods into a very chic poolside party. Sweet, juicy, then unexpectedly drier: here’s my review.