Oxbow Essence De Surf Man Oxbow by Oxbow

Oxbow Essence De Surf Man Oxbow

For Men
Eau de Toilette
Year: 2008

At a glance

Is Oxbow Essence De Surf Man Oxbow worth trying?

Oxbow Essence de Surf Man by Oxbow is a Aromatic Fruity fragrance for men.

Best match
Casual wear in Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
aromatic, woody, coca-cola with Coca-Cola, cannabis, Lime
aromatic woody coca-cola

The first impression

Oxbow Essence de Surf Man by Oxbow is a Aromatic Fruity fragrance for men. Oxbow Essence de Surf Man was launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Alexis Dadier.

What shapes the scent

aromatic 100%
woody 85%
coca-cola 70%
earthy 60%
citrus 50%
cannabis 40%
green 35%
warm spicy 30%
mossy 25%
herbal 20%

The perfumer behind it

Alexis Dadier

Alexis Dadier

Alexis Dadier is a French perfumer known for his work with Symrise and major luxury houses like Bottega Veneta, Boucheron, and Chloé. His style balances naturalistic clarity with subtle richness, often highlighting woody, floral, or gourmand notes in refined compositions. He created several fragrances for Bottega Veneta’s Parco Palladiano collection, including the cypress-focused Cipresso and the chestnut-centered Castagno, as well as Chloé’s Chêne and Papyrus.

Notes pyramid

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Coca-Cola Coca-Cola
cannabis cannabis
Lime Lime
Holly Holly
Vetiver Vetiver
Oakmoss Oakmoss
Patchouli Patchouli
Musk Musk
Woodsy Notes Woodsy Notes

The mood it creates

The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of Oxbow Essence De Surf Man Oxbow

Essence

The Explorer thrives on freedom, adventure, and the thrill of the unknown. Oxbow Essence de Surf Man captures this with its unconventional blend of coca-cola effervescence, cannabis earthiness, and lime’s zesty kick. It’s the scent of salt-crusted hair and sun-bleached driftwood, a call to ride waves and chase horizons.

Style & Aesthetic

They live in board shorts and faded graphic tees, their skin perpetually sun-kissed. Their style is effortlessly rugged, favoring functional gear over fashion. The fragrance’s aquatic-aromatic edge mirrors their love for untamed landscapes and spontaneous road trips.

Philosophy & Values

They measure life in experiences, not possessions. The vetiver and oakmoss base grounds their nomadic spirit, while the cannabis note hints at a rebellious streak. Their creed: "Rules are just suggestions written by people who stayed ashore."

Relationships

They collect friends like seashells-each encounter temporary but treasured. Romantic partners are drawn to their infectious energy, though the musk and woodsy notes warn of a heart that resists anchoring.

Lifestyle

Dawn patrols, bonfire jam sessions, and sleeping under stars. Their duffel bag smells of this fragrance-a mix of salt, spice, and the promise of tomorrow’s unknown beach.

Shadow

Restlessness can become avoidance; the thrill of the new masks a fear of depth. The herbal-green accord betrays a tendency to mistake motion for growth.

Conclusion

Oxbow Essence de Surf Man is liquid wanderlust, bottled for those who hear the ocean in their dreams. It’s the scent of a life lived in italics, always leaning forward.

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