Ex Nihilo Citizen X Eau De Parfum 100ml For Unisex
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Ex Nihilo Citizen X Eau de Parfum 100ml is a fresh, airy and elegant fragrance for men and women. It opens with white pepper and mastic, moves into a heart of iris absolute, and settles on a base of ambery woods, incense and musk.
About Ex Nihilo Citizen X
Ex Nihilo is a Parisian haute perfumery house founded in 2013 by Benoît Verdier, Sylvie Loday and Olivier Royère. Its name is Latin for "out of nothing", or created from scratch, and its first boutique opened at 352 rue Saint-Honoré in Paris, close to Place Vendôme. The house says its perfumers work with complete creative freedom, without limits on materials or cost. Ex Nihilo is also known for the Osmologue, a technology in its boutiques that lets customers personalise selected fragrances.
Ex Nihilo describes Citizen X as "a ray of light on the skin". The story is set on the rooftop of a luxury hotel above Paris, where an intense ray of light suddenly runs across the skin and makes you shiver. The house says the scent is fresh, airy and striking, and especially elegant on the lapel of a tuxedo jacket. Perfumer Yann Vasnier built it around precious iris, crisp spice and a soft, glowing woody base.
Fragrance Notes
- Top notes: White Pepper, Mastic
- Heart notes: Iris Absolute
- Base notes: Ambery Woods, Incense, Musk
Fragrance family: Woody Powdery | Gender: Unisex | Launched: 2017 | Perfumer: Yann Vasnier | Concentration: Eau de Parfum | Size: 100ml
What Does Ex Nihilo Citizen X Smell Like?
The opening is crisp and luminous. White pepper gives a clean, slightly floral spice, and mastic, a Mediterranean resin, adds a fresh, green and pine-like note.
In the heart, iris absolute brings a soft, powdery and buttery elegance. It feels cool and refined, like a well-pressed white shirt.
In the base, ambery woods add warmth, incense gives a light, smoky glow and musk makes it soft and close. The result is airy, polished and quietly luxurious.
Key Ingredients Explained
- White Pepper: White pepper is softer than black pepper, with a clean, slightly floral spice.
- Mastic: Mastic is a resin from the mastic tree of the Mediterranean, with a fresh, green, slightly pine-like scent.
- Iris: Iris (orris) is a soft, powdery and buttery note, one of the most costly materials in perfumery.
- Incense: Incense brings a smoky, resinous and mystical glow, reminiscent of agarbatti and bakhoor.
- Ambery Woods: Ambery woods give a warm, dry and radiant woody depth.
- Musk: Musk gives a soft, clean, skin-like warmth that helps the fragrance linger.
Longevity and Performance
As an Eau de Parfum, it has a higher concentration of perfume oils than an Eau de Toilette, so it lasts well and leaves a noticeable trail. Longevity depends on skin type, weather and the amount applied, but two to four sprays are usually enough. Its ambery woods and musk give Citizen X a refined, airy trail that feels elegant rather than heavy.
When to Wear Citizen X
- Formal events: Made for a tuxedo lapel.
- Office and meetings: Clean, powdery and polished.
- Evenings out: Airy and elegant.
- All seasons: Light enough for Indian weather.
- Shared fragrance: Unisex, for men and women.
Who Is It For?
Citizen X is for men and women who love clean, airy and elegant perfumes with a powdery iris heart. For a softer iris with rose, try Ex Nihilo Iris Porcelana; for a fresh cologne-style scent, try Ex Nihilo Cologne 352.
Why Choose Citizen X?
Citizen X is a sophisticated choice for anyone who wants to smell polished and modern. The white pepper and mastic make it fresh, the iris adds an expensive powdery feel and the incense gives a subtle glow. It is easy to wear in Indian weather and suits both work and formal events.
How to Wear and Layer It
- Spray on neck, chest and wrists.
- Two to three sprays are enough for most occasions.
- Apply on moisturised skin for better longevity.
- For evenings, a light mist on clothes adds to the trail.
Layering tip: Citizen X is lovely alone. For a warmer evening version, layer it with a light frankincense or musk attar.
Good to Know
Iris absolute is extracted from the dried roots of the iris plant and is one of the most costly materials in perfumery. It gives Citizen X its soft, powdery and elegant character.
How to Store Your Perfume
Keep your perfume in its box, away from direct sunlight, heat and humidity. In Indian weather, avoid leaving it in a car or a steamy bathroom; a cool cupboard or drawer is ideal. Always close the cap tightly after use, as heat and air can change the scent over time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ex Nihilo Citizen X smell like?
It smells fresh, powdery and airy: white pepper and mastic at the start, iris absolute in the heart, and ambery woods, incense and musk in the base.
What are the notes of Ex Nihilo Citizen X?
In Ex Nihilo Citizen X, the top notes are White Pepper, Mastic; the heart notes are Iris Absolute; and the base notes are Ambery Woods, Incense, Musk.
When was Ex Nihilo Citizen X launched?
Ex Nihilo Citizen X was launched in 2017. It was created by Yann Vasnier.
Is Ex Nihilo Citizen X unisex?
Yes. Citizen X is a unisex fragrance that suits both men and women.
What inspired Ex Nihilo Citizen X?
It was inspired by a ray of light crossing the skin on the rooftop of a luxury hotel in Paris, which is why the house calls it "a ray of light on the skin".
Does Citizen X smell of iris?
Yes. Iris absolute is the heart of Citizen X, giving it a soft, powdery and elegant feel.
Is Citizen X good for formal events?
Yes. Ex Nihilo says it is especially striking on the lapel of a tuxedo jacket, making it a strong choice for formal occasions.
Which brand makes Citizen X?
Citizen X is made by Ex Nihilo, the Parisian haute perfumery house founded in 2013, with its first boutique on rue Saint-Honoré in Paris.
When is the best time to wear Ex Nihilo Citizen X?
It is good for office, formal events and evenings, in every season.
Is the Ex Nihilo Citizen X sold at Scentsation India authentic?
Yes. Scentsation India sells only 100% authentic and genuine products, and every product is sourced from the brand's authorised distributors.
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