4711 Reviews
Reviews by Thom Watson, qualified beauty therapist, testing men’s grooming since 2011. About Thom
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5 Citrus Scents to Give You Life for Summer 2016
We’re creeping closer and closer to summer with only 5 weeks until June. So here are 5 scents that are great for summer whether you’ll be at home or away. These scents are light, vibrant but what are the key components of a citrus scent? Lemon, Lime, and Bergamot Orange and Petitgrain (Bitter Orange) Lemon Grass…
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4711 Acqua Colonia Pink Pepper & Grapefruit
New for 2013 is the first formlation variation of the classic 4711 formula since 4711 Nouveu Cologne. Despite it’s ‘pinkness’, its a very light, unisex fragrance that will wear well during any hot summer weather. 4711 Acqua Colonia Pink Pepper & Grapefruit comes in a stunning 170ml, textured glass bottle. It’s solid to hold and…
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4711AromaticCliniqueFace ScrubsFace WashesLa MerL’OccitaneMen's FragranceMoisturisersPhotoageing & FirmnessSerumsToners & EssencesMy Favourites for Spring 2013
Versace Eros You can read my full review for Versace Eros here, but this is definitely my favourite for spring. It’s light, sweet and fresh, but with a solid base that lets everyone know you mean business. My favourite notes are the Madagascan vanilla flower and deliciously fresh apple. Versace’s first men’s fragrance launch in…
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4711 Nouveu Cologne
Much lighter than its ancestor, 4711 Nouveu Cologne is a breath of fresh air to the 4711 family. I have said many, many times that I’m obsessed with the original 4711, always have been, it’s a classic, but this is something lighter, fresher and more accessible; a great spring/summer fragrance. I can’t emphasise how refreshing…
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4711 Cool Stick Review: Discontinued, and What to Buy Instead
You must know by now what an enormous fan I am of 4711, I’m a purist, not part of this 4711 revival crowd born out of that awful ITV drama featuring a sycophantic beard with teeth, no, 4711 runs through my veins. A bit of history: where 4711 comes from It is worth knowing what…
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4711 Echt Kölnisch Wasser Original Eau De Cologne Refreshing Tissue
You can read my review of the 4711 Echt Kolnisch Wasser Original Eau De Cologne here. The Refreshing Tissues come individually wrapped in boxes of 10. Once opened they’re perfect to wipe down your hands, feet, neck and well, anywhere that needs a little bit of refreshing, although I’d avoid your face. I find these…
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4711 Echt Kölnisch Wasser Original Eau De Cologne
For as long as I can remember, 4711 has been a constant presence in my life, a fragrance that’s not just endured but thrived through the centuries. Often regarded as the quintessential men’s cologne, its timeless appeal lies in its unique blend of tradition and modernity. A Journey through History The story of 4711 is…
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4711 Echt Kölnisch Wasser Atomizer Body Spray
Surprisingly, I haven’t actually covered anything from 4711 before, which is odd considering what an institution they are to the world of fragrance and beauty. With Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, Petitgrain, Neroli, Rosemary, Rose and Musk, this beautiful and citrusy masculine cologne is perfect for any man, at any age. It exudes masculinity and authority whilst…