Cruiser Faberlic

For Men
Eau de Toilette
Year: 2011

At a glance

Is Cruiser Faberlic worth trying?

Cruiser by Faberlic is a Aromatic Aquatic fragrance for men.

Best match
Casual wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
aromatic, green, woody with Galbanum, Black Pepper, Orange

The first impression

Cruiser by Faberlic is a Aromatic Aquatic fragrance for men. Cruiser was launched in 2011. The nose behind this fragrance is Thomas Fontaine. Top notes are Galbanum, Black Pepper, Orange, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Lavender, Sea Notes, Black Currant, Labdanum and Green Notes; base notes are Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Patchouli and Vanilla.

What shapes the scent

aromatic 100%
green 85%
woody 70%
fresh spicy 60%
citrus 50%
lavender 40%
mossy 35%
earthy 30%
warm spicy 25%
marine 20%

The perfumer behind it

Thomas Fontaine

Thomas Fontaine

Thomas Fontaine is a perfumer who has created Jasmine Yang for Anima Vinci, Cafe-cafe for Cafe Parfums, and several scents for Comptoir Sud Pacifique including Coeur D'ylang, Lime Tropical, Rhum & Tabac, and Yucatán Secret. He also composed Debut for Etienne Aigner and No 7 for Eutopie. Fontaine's work often features exotic and tropical notes, as well as gourmand and floral accords.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Galbanum Galbanum
Black Pepper Black Pepper
Orange Orange
Bergamot Bergamot
Lemon Lemon

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Lavender Lavender
Sea Notes Sea Notes
Black Currant Black Currant
Labdanum Labdanum
Green Notes Green Notes

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Oakmoss Oakmoss
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Patchouli Patchouli
Vanilla Vanilla

The mood it creates

The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of Cruiser Faberlic

Essence

The Explorer thrives on movement and discovery, drawn to the horizon where land meets sea. Cruiser Faberlic embodies this restless spirit with its aromatic aquatic profile, blending galbanum and sea notes with citrus zest. Like the Explorer, it carries a duality of earth and water, grounded by oakmoss yet lifted by marine freshness.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor utilitarian elegance-linen shirts rolled to the elbows, well-worn leather satchels, and sunglasses perched atop salt-tousled hair. Their aesthetic is effortless, leaning into natural textures and muted tones that suggest readiness for adventure. The fragrance’s green and woody accords mirror this unpretentious yet intentional style.

Philosophy & Values

Freedom is their creed, and curiosity their compass. They believe in the transformative power of journeys, whether physical or introspective. The scent’s black pepper and lavender notes reflect a mind that values both spontaneity and quiet reflection, always seeking balance between action and stillness.

Relationships

Their connections are as dynamic as the tides-intense but transient, leaving impressions rather than anchors. The marine and citrus notes speak to their ability to uplift others, though their wanderlust can make them elusive. They thrive with partners who share their love for the open road.

Lifestyle

Mornings begin with cold plunges and black coffee; evenings unfold under unfamiliar skies. The fragrance’s longevity mirrors their stamina-moderate but enduring, suited for days that blend into nights of storytelling. They are collectors of experiences, not things.

Shadow

Their restlessness can tip into rootlessness, avoiding depth for the sake of motion. The vanilla base hints at a latent desire for warmth they often deny themselves, fearing it might tether them. They risk becoming perpetual passengers in their own lives.

Conclusion

Cruiser Faberlic is the scent of a soul in motion, a tribute to the Explorer’s love for the uncharted. Its aromatic freshness and mossy depth capture the tension between wanderlust and the quiet longing for a harbor-always just beyond the next wave.