A Guide To Barbershop Fragrances & The Best Ones To Buy

[@stayfreshproductions]

More honorable mentions I can’t believe I forgot to mention: Gravitas Pour Homme (Intrigued) Eight & Bob Egypt (Starting) Enjoy!

[@keithhogan2336]

I'm shocked you didn't include Invasion Barbare...one of my absolute favorite barbershop fragrances of all time and quite possibly the best one and smells amazing 🤩

[@stayfreshproductions]

@@keithhogan2336 I included it on screen as one of the honorable mentions in the beginning. I simply don’t have it.

[@philliplockhart5853]

DS Durga’s Burning Barbershop

[@Houstonhome713]

@@stayfreshproductions don’t know if this has been called out yet, but the perfumer for Slight of Fern, Stephanie Bakouche, also created Invasion Barbare. Ordered a sample of Slight after watching this video.

[@daithi1966]

Pinaud Clubman is the actual Barbershop Fragrance that absolutely dominated in the American barbershops from the 1940s through the 1970s. When people referred to the barbershop fragrance, this was literally the fragrance they were talking about.

[@windowofpane]

It’s amazing to me that “barbershop” scents are not mentioned on any of the top influencer channels, it’s mainly the typical Versace Eros/Spice Bomb/D&G, I bought Tom Ford Beau De Jour last week after testing it in the store, and I literally immediately put that in my top 3 of all time. Bought it on the spot. Expensive, but amazing. And I didn’t know why it isn’t being talked about more. Thank you for the video!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinsonnenberg2868]

TFBDJ is such an amazing scent. I’ve literally watched every video out there on it.

[@Joshg982]

Yes, great point, such a hidden gem for those of us lucky enough to discover this genre of fragrance!

[@zenos.5315]

Sartorial,is definitely one of my favorites.

[@Zeitlost]

Chanel - Platinum Egoiste is my favorite Fougere + my 1 fragrance for life!

[@lukehopson2840]

This is the video I’ve been wanting for a long time. Love the educational piece and the options.

[@sundiatasoubefree683]

I watch all your videos and for me personally this is your best video because of how much you put into educating us and your quick history lessons you are a natural educator and I appreciate you, please do more videos in this style!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@daithi1966]

Pinaud Clubman is the quintessential barbershop fragrances. Pinaud was a highend French company back in the 1800s, and when they started selling fragrances in the U.S. they sold highend women's perfumes, but they also sold a line of fragrances to men inside of barbershops. Within a few years they dominated the barbershop market. In the 1940s they created Pinaud Clubman that was sold in barbershops, and once again it absolutely dominated. When people talked about the barbershop smell, _THIS_ was literally the fragrances they were talking about, and it continued to be the main fougere in barbershops for the next 30 or 40 years. It was an "aftershave" but it was (and still is) very strong. The stuff costs about $10 a bottle, so if you want to know what the original barbershop fougere smelled like then there is no excuse for not getting this fragrances. This is how Private Investigators like J.J. "Jake" Gittes, Paul Drake, Peter Gunn, Mannix, Baretta, and Jim Rockford smelled like, because this is how all men from the 1940s to the 1970s smelled --- if they weren't wearing Old Spice.

[@MarcusJGadson_CFA]

Awesome video. This style of commentary, with the quality of production, is what KZbin needs. Thanks for sharing

[@JustinMacDonald-Z]

Hey Justin, this was a really informative video. I really enjoy the tier system, it does a good job of including everyone and tapering expectations. Keep up the awesome work!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Justin! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaelduncan4379]

As usual Justin you've managed to peak my interest in some fragrances that no one else is discussing in the community. Great content 👍.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Michael.

[@seanmarshinski8022]

Recently started to get intrigued by fragrances. Your video is by far the best I’ve seen. You are informative, with some historical context, and you have a great voice and presentation. I hope you have lots of success with this channel and sharing your passion for fragrances.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Sean! I appreciate that.

[@cityslacker6221]

I was in a Kohls with a Sephora today, so I finally tried Beau de Jour on my skin and I love it so far. two hours in and I still love it. I have stayed away from Lavender and barbershop scents, but man does this take me back to the 80s in a good way. There is something that my grandfather had that this reminds me of and it made me smile. wonder if it is Brut?

[@raulsaavedra709]

More likely Davidoff Zino

[@cityslacker6221]

@@raulsaavedra709 I was able to ask my dad. It was Brut, but yes, BdJ is more like Zino because of the patchouli. I ended up getting 100ml, but wish I had only bought the 50ml as I don’t reach for it enough.

[@ardenpowers7730]

Love Fougere Royale ! I have 2 back up bottles . . . I usually wear it when dressed up and in a professional setting during the daytime. Thanks so much for sharing

[@theprosperingfool]

Love a good barbershop fragrance/aromatic fougeres. Great choice for the next topic on this type of video. My current favorite is Masculin Pluriel by MFK. Not sure if you’ve tried that one, but guessing you have. To me it’s the perfect modern take on a classic barbershop fougere. Very high quality. Somewhat similar to sartorial and BDJ. More modern to me. Another that is becoming a favorite is Bon Monsieur by Rogue Perfumery. Small batch, niche, not IFRA compliant, founded by Manuel Cross. You absolutely need to get your nose on this one if you haven’t. It’s affordable and insane quality. Real oakmoss, retro, but super natural smelling, they really don’t make them like this anymore. Perfectly blended take on a classic fougere; could become my favorite. Scandal is a beast, so fresh and deep with just a tiny funk you can hardly tell is there but you know it is! Done in a way to make the fragrance better. Bracken is amazing but the cloves are just a tiny bit overkill! Love those two for certain occasions. Check out Endymion by Penhaligon’s, too. Familiar yet unique, kinda dreamlike, coffee in the dry down

[@OMVilla2927]

I chose TF Grey Vetiver of Beau di jour. But that is nice. I also recently tried Floris london number 89, and ordered a bottle, very elegant. The longer i'm into fragrances the more i've opened up to different genres of scents. Now I have an unrelated question. My 23 year old son is going to be getting married at the end of this year. He has gotten into scents a bit more due to my obsession. What would a few recommendations would you maybe have for me to gift him as a wedding scent so that he can have that scent connection to his wedding and also think of his dear old day, on his special day? Maybe a video on scents for special occasions? OR scents to share with sons just starting out? Mine was strictly a polo red from his early teens, and since I've gotten into it he has gravitated to things such as amourage epic man, and iniito rehab.

[@jasonparisi688]

Invasion barbare MDCI ,, Scandal cologne roja dove ,, le barbier de tanger MDCI, and MFK masculine pluriel are my favorites

[@shadowdeku6926]

I've sampled (and own) quite a few barbershop fragrances, and my top 3 are: 1. Tom Ford BDJ (my current signature scent) 2. Amouage Bracken Man 3. Houbigant Fougere Royale Depending on how you define a barbershop scent, Bracken Man might be considered by some more strictly a fougere, but I'm including it here. Sauvage Elixir is up there too, although I consider that even more of a departure from a traditional conceptualization of a barbershop scent. Viking is in my last spot as #5 (unless I'm considering Bois Du Portugal a barbershop fragrance, in which case I place it above Viking). I really want to sample TF's Fougere d'Argent someday as I know many people rank it above BDJ. Anyway, this is one of my favorite categories of fragrance that I recently fell in love with. edit; gotta give a shoutout to Zaharoff Signature and Signature Noir too. Love both of those, and could knock out some of my top 5 depending on the day. In general though, I find them soapier than the others, and so they take a lower spot for me. I love the overall scents but generally want to smell like cologne rather than soap, if that makes sense.

[@stayfreshproductions]

I need to sample Fougere D'Argent myself.

[@shadowdeku6926]

@@stayfreshproductions I hope you do, I'd love to watch your review!

[@steliosc.4686]

Fougere D Argent is smoother and definitely superior to Beau de jour in my opinion. Probably my favourite from the entire Tom Ford house along with Oud Wood

[@shadowdeku6926]

@@steliosc.4686 sounds awesome, I'll have to buy a sample if I can find one

[@potentatewags]

I love barbershop fragrances! Azzaro Pour Homme got me into it about two decades ago.

[@harpreetsingh-fc3yd]

Just recently bought Beau de jour on a good discount, and it is pure love. Some of my most fav Fougere in my collection are - Habit Rouge EDP it smells so classy, and dark at the same time, absolutely love it. Acqua di parma Colonia Essenza - This perfume, Idk why gives me a really good Fougere vibe, and it's a beautiful scent, have good longevity on my skin for 4-5 hours, plus you can get it for good price at discounters. These are the perfumes I would definitely buy again..

[@mosmic81]

I enjoy everything barbershop fragrances! This is my favourite genre and the one that got me into this hobby since I wanted to replicate the memories of my father using the classics like Brut and Old Spice. This style of perfumery was the mainstream masculine type until the mid nineties with the last mainstream fougere being the Dolce & Gabbana pour homme. Then came the aquatics that put an end to the fougere reign. Great choices there Justin and very informative as always! Bracken man is in my wishlist but I heard it has been reformulated like most Amouages.

[@megasoid]

You're speaking my language. Same reasons. My father always smelled great too.

[@SirSillageSniffington]

Love this style of video. Been a real treat to get a few of these lately. 👍🏻 For me, MFK Masculin Pluriel is THE modern fougere. Expensive, but I think it is the most mass appealing and modern take on this sort of scent. Zaharoff Signature is somewhat similar, but I still prefer Masculin Pluriel overall. 🙌🏻🔥 P.s. Sartorial is lovely too. Always love seeing that get a shoutout.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@theprosperingfool]

Love Mascukin Pluriel and prefer it, too

[@xxflamezxx1able]

Such a great video, I’ve been slimming down my collection and buying with more direction and a barbershop fragrance is something I think would fit perfectly into the collection, I don’t need 5 but 1 really good one is perfect. Thank you for the great recommendations

[@metas1779]

Love Sartorial

[@righteousmasculine]

At the barbers is a good one and it’s a clone called clean fade

[@nycisco01]

I always reach for a Barbershop Fragrance when I can't decide what to wear. That said some of these are refined and can be dressed up like Zaharoff Signature Pour Homme and Tom Ford Beau de Jour . Luckily I own all but 2 on this list so I should be good. Thanks for the content!

[@berenddevries74]

This video made sit back, take a drink and listen to every word Justin. This is one of my scentprofiles as about half of my collection is aromatic fougère/ barbershop. Non of these perfumes in my collection smell the same and you did mention a few I got in your choices. Your choices I really did like sir! You gave me a few new perfumes I haven't tried yet. Personaly I truly love Fougère Royal and Pasha EdT. Some perfumes you mentioned are just over my budget and I have to pass on those, but the others I don't know yet, I defenitaly will get a sample of. Thank you so much.

[@sandymcconnell1969]

Now THIS is very timely Justin! I'm on a bit of a roll in respect of barbershop scents with Penhaligon’s Sartorial and Nicolai New York Intense picked up in recent weeks. Both are wonderful!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Sandy! Lovely!

[@harpreetsingh-fc3yd]

One of my recent discovery of a fougere/barbershop fragrance is from the house of guerlain.. it’s Habit Rouge de Guerlain, EDP.. the opening bursts with citrus and woodsy notes, giving a vibe of walking out of a barbershop with fresh cut, in the 80s/90s.. And the dry down turns into a smoky, leathery kind of vibe.. absolutely love it. My first fragrance from this house, and it gives niche quality in a designer price.. I think it’s really underrated, and needs to be discovered more..

[@jaypohl9651]

I’ve never gotten into barbershop scents too much but I do have Platinum Egoiste and Viking - I really enjoy them both

[@kevinsonnenberg2868]

Those are two of my favorites! Add TF Beau de Jour and that’s my top 3. I’m glad CPE is slept on bec I’m def the only one in the room wearing it, I can be sure. Peace!

[@Houstonhome713]

I was a little disappointed when I saw MDCI was not going to be covered. But you really brought it home with Nishane B-612 and Amouage Bracken Man. Those two are top notch! Great video.

[@TheElectronPusher]

This is exactly the kind of video I was looking for, as someone new to the world of fragrance looking for a barbershop scent. Thank you, Justin.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SirEricArthurBlair]

I just got Beau De Jour this week and wore it tonight for the first time. I like it. I had to decide between it and Sartorial. Now I want to get Sartorial too.

[@eilithia7040]

Describing creed viking as "hot" is right on the nose for me, no pun intended! But it's funny because I actually love to wear Viking when going to the barber shop, I love the aroma of Viking Here and there especially when you're dressed well and feeling confident! Definitely a top Creed fragrance for me! Great video stay well❤️

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you! Yes it’s awesome.

[@eqqie]

Great selection! I want to mention something I discovered recently in Italy and fits this category - L'Erbolario Assenzio - very good smell and great value.

[@HenryPerez_royal_hp]

Excellent video brother. For me there is one fougere to rule then all - the one and only Azzaro pour homme 👌 it’s my only barbershop 💈 fragrance and I love it 👍

[@stayfreshproductions]

Good stuff! Thank you.

[@AnthonyDonofrioMusic]

Great content as always, Justin. Loving the three-tier format. Wearing B-612 today from a sample and thoroughly enjoying it. Other favorite barbershops are Rogue Bon Monsieur and DS & Durga Burning Barbershop. Glad that you brought up that barbershop is more of a sub-genre. I love Prada Amber PH Intense, which is listed as an Amber Fougere but doesn’t resemble a barbershop at all. Might be an interesting topic - fougeres that you won’t find at the barbershop.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@DivineFrag]

Not the guy for fougeres, but this video has a lot of effort put in, so I'm just here supporting for the level of detail. Wouldn't think of B-612 as a fougere in my head, Bracken is probably the most clearcut one in this video (haven't tried everything listed).

[@MitsuSC]

Ahhh!!! Viking and Sartorial make me happy. Glad to see them on this list.

[@thewaywelive2775]

I use at the barber to layer with 80s fragrances. ATB has some modern woods in the base and smells expensive. Not many cheap 80s frags do that, so that compliments them nicely. Try it with georgio Beverly hills for men

[@johnathandk42134]

You read my mind. I was thinking the other day about how you are one of the only fragrance youtubers that talks about barbershop fragrances. Was gonna comment on a video suggesting you make a video dedicated to them, and boom, here it is. I guess while on the subject I should ask, Do you wet shave? If so, what are some of your favorite soaps and aftershaves? Lately, I've been loving my set of dapper doc from Phoenix shaving.

[@DONQUIIIXOTE]

Ngl before now, I found your channel very polarizing. Sometimes I felt your tastes were just trying to be different for differences sake which came off as snobbish to me. But I appreciate your knowledge of frags and the detail you go into when describing them. It’s very educational. This vid was very informative of a fragrance genre I have very little experience in and I think your vids in general help with areas most people are not experienced in. Subscribed ✊🏾

[@stayfreshproductions]

I appreciate that

[@PaladinJenkis]

I am starting to explore more and more Fougere fragrences lately and this entire genre is growing on me quite a bit. Today I got my first Houbigant fragrance and it was Fougere Royal. I think you were pretty on point with the description. It's so fresh, clean and uplifting yet so classy and elegant. It's exactly what I was looking for, especially in a professional setting. It has some hard to describe softness as an undercurrent beneath the freshness, which gives it Chanel vibes. Very well blendet, fantastic quality, I can truly recommend this one.

[@stayfreshproductions]

I'm glad you enjoy it!

[@Nick-qc7wm]

I +1 this!!!

[@satisfiedcustomer]

YSL Rive Gauche is a classic barbershop fragrance. The old school bottles in aluminum can are even reminiscent of a can of barber foam. Invasion Barbare by MDCI used to be a fragcom sweetheart back around 09-12 and was the niche go to barbershop smell. However I've learned that it has been reformulated to hell so unsure on the status now.

[@moustachio334]

Rive was my all time favorite fougere. Sad it got discontinued. No one liked it when it was available. The used prices piss me off but original Paco Rabanne pour homme is enough for me especially when used with it's aftershave. One that goes under the radar and comes from the same perfumer as Rive is Opium pour homme. It has similarities to Rive like the star anise and the drydown. I love the drydown of Rive and Opium.

[@tb4018]

Great list! My favourite was YSL Jazz! New bottles are not as strong but still gives me vibes. Used to have the Live Jazz as my sigcent, but.. It discontinued. Thanks for the video.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks for watching!

[@Windingspirals]

Bracken and B612 are the modern kings of the genre. I don't think they'd really be that challenging to the modern intitiated nose. They could be in the middle category. For your younger generation that hasn't smelled much of the old fougeres that viking is playing off of, those two would just be modern fresh interesting and clean in an herbal way. Just a thought. B612 has excellent performance. Thanks for the heads up on SlIght of Fern. Looking for a sample.

[@PJK4500]

Justin, great list! Surprised TF Fougere D’Argent wasnt in here taking over Beau du Jour. thanks for the other fougere recs too! Looking forward to Scandal!

[@PJK4500]

And my SOTD is Viking! Love it!

[@stayfreshproductions]

I didn’t have Fougère D’Argent yet at the time I made this video!

[@TonyThompson1981]

I love barbershop scents. I'm a big fan of Zion, and sampled Beau De Jour and really loved it. And Brut is still one of my favorite aftershaves. So I'm definitely gonna get some use out of this list.

[@terryhollifield9343]

Yes! Braken Man is close to being a signature scent for me. It's so good! I'd like to get my nose on Slight of Fern, that one sounds really great.

[@chesterfieldjones1055]

I really like Nishane B-612. I can't wait to start wearing it again in the spring.

[@ricardomontero5626]

Bought Sartorial, B-612 and Pasha on your recommendation Justin, I've enjoyed them so much...thank you!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Glad you like them!

[@jammielettgolf5154]

Viking is incredible ! 🔥 Sartorial is a must have in everyones collection to me , will remind you of the old scholl Brut scent its so good. TF BDJ is terrific too , it gets really clawing to me very metallic but smells amazing .

[@stayfreshproductions]

No doubt!

[@wtfserpico]

I love fougere's and they make up the majority of my daily wear. My favorites are The Tragedy of Lord George (my all time favorite scent), At the Barber, Bracken Man and Vert Fougere. I have a bottle of Beau Du Jour but I don't wear it as often due to the sharpness. I've tried samples of a ton of others such as Sartorial, Scandal, Viking but I haven't liked any of them enough to get a full bottle. The next on my list to try is Fougere Royale.

[@alcrompton5634]

Mdci - Invasion Barbere is a really good one.

[@stayfreshproductions]

It was on screen as an honorable mention around 2:47.

[@vermilliontoaster3063]

Wonderful video! Your personality and viewpoint on fragrance is always eloquent and honest.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Wow, thank you!

[@martinlauterbach8078]

Can´t stop praising this series! Informativ, entertaining, enaibling - and a broad spectrum of interesting picks. Finally got my Cartier samples - would not have tried these without your "broken record recommmendation" - Pasha EdT and "Declaration" are great! Thx for insisting!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Martin!

[@No85Limits]

I'm a big fan of this genre for spring especially - can really pull it off any time of year... other times I like to wear these are whenever it's cloudy and/or rainy (not sure why, but it just works) I own Nishane B-612 & Creed Viking from this list - I had a decant of Tom Ford Beau de Jour I'm surprised and almost disappointed you didn't mention (imo) the KING of barbershop frags: Invasion Barbare by Parfums MDCI - a bit pricey (i got the bottle without the bust) - old barbershop vibe with modern twist... if you've smelled it you get what I mean... I was gunna say modern take... but the old/traditional vibe is still there. You really do get what you pay for here as well.... performs great, projects well (but it's not super loud, like it's a smooth scent that projects)...if you've never smelled it... some people compare it to 1725 Histoires de Parfums - similar, not really the same... same ballpark though. if you've never smelled it, suggest getting a sample or travel spray - and it would for sure make this list

[@rosco11229]

Thanks Justin! I like the video format, appreciate the topic and thank you for your suggestions... there are a few that I think will become part of my collection!

[@tommymilton1193]

Awesome take, Justin. I felt like we were in class with this presentation on fougeres. I tried Houbigant last year out of respect for the art and being the OG fougere. I respect it more than I like it because it carries the eve fougere gene. Roja Scandal (both concentrations) is my all-time fav. But whenever I wear my Maison Francis Kurkdjian Masculine Pluriel, it smells like straight barbershop NO chaser. I mean, I can almost see the red white and blue barber pole swirling in the air. Lol

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you! I need to get Masculine Pluriel.

[@steveb8269]

Love this video, the genre of Fougere is my favourite, some absolutely bangers here

[@ericvalentin8466]

My personal favorite is MDCI Invasion Barbare. Spicy ginger with Grapefruit Clean Soap

[@damelos4039]

What a GREAT video, Justin. Thank you. I've been trying to get a grip on this type of fragrance and having that "beginner" section was perfect! Many thanks.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you!

[@andreas6624]

Great video! And now I understand what Fougère means. This educational teaching style of yours about something I love, niche fragrances, is a significant reason why I so appreciate your channel. Knowledge mixed with some great humor! 🤓😄 Creed Viking and Roja Scandal sound like scents I would really like. I have Nishane B-612 and thoroughly enjoy wearing it even as a woman! SO good!!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Haven't tried them!

[@Mr.E.Fragrance]

Great job breaking down what the fragrance is. Thanks for this.

[@steliosc.4686]

Fougere D Argent - Tom Ford Rive Gouche- YSL Italian Bergamot- Zegna Azzaro pour homme

[@mrrob4590]

I have often wondered how the term Fougere which was originally made as an accord ; became its own classification of scents along with Chypre, Citrus aromatic , and the now frowned upon ORIENTAL. Due to the sympathetic world we exist in. The term fougere hase broadened so drastically that many don’t even rely on the FERN accord. I know there is that technical breakdown of what a fougere should be however it’s amazing how the after all Dior sauvage of all things is a fougere. Miles from that lovely Houbigant that initiated the genre. As of late my favorite fougere is Patric cologne of all things. It’s a very Un talked about fougere that can be had for under 50 dollars. And found in any insist gift shop at least here in the north east. It is super green fresh and makes a great wear on an early Sunday morning when the weather is great and you need a change from the usual suspects.

[@raulsaavedra709]

Seconding the recommendation if you mean Patrick Cologne by Fragances of Ireland, it is great! Patrick Cologne reminds me a bit of two affordable classic fougeres which are missing in this video, even missing from the photo of missing ones at 2:46: Tabac EDT, and Grey Flannel.

[@mrrob4590]

@@raulsaavedra709 yes Patrick cologne. Very lovely. No one ever talks about it and it’s outstanding for what it does in its price point.

[@sumaccooking]

Great video Justin. There was a Jil Sander back in the 1980s or 1990s that had a profile very similar to Zaharoff Signature, I can't remember which one though. Sartorial is nice. I like Pasha Cartier EDT, but the creaminess is a bit much, I used a whole bottle in the past. Il love beau de jour and have a bottle. Viking is nice, but from Creed I prefer Bois Du Portugal as a Fougere, in fact it is my favorite of the brand. I tried the Jivako back in the 1990s, it was ok but not very exciting, and surely I don't remember it was that strong, probably they increased the concentration in the reformulation. Canadian Gent sound interesting. I love Scandal and Bracken man. Slight of Fern seems interesting. Did you ever try Dirty English by Juicy Couture or Penhaligon's Opus 1870?

[@HueyPProductions]

another one is Happyland Studios Barbershop.Great indie fragrance house from perfumer EJ Wells. His take on barbershop, I like to describe is modern and old school combined

[@RyanInOrlando20]

Love these kinds of videos. One of my favorite parts of collecting niche is the history and stories. Thank you and keep them coming!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you Ryan!

[@Dologaming24]

Definitely saving this video as well. This Is the “guide” I needed. My next two purchases will likely be from this genre. I really liked that TF when I sampled It.

[@Klacoslav]

Thank you, Justin. Just the video I was searching for at the moment. Just exploring this fougere/barbershop space and I really want to own one. Have decant of Tom Ford BdJ and I find it really fascinating. At the Barber's smells awesome but I will probably skip all of that and buy Fougere Royale. And yes, also tried MFK Masculin Pluriel and man... Words escape. Apparently close to Zaharoff, might buy Signiture Pour Homme instead. Great video.

[@jasonwilliams2261]

I wore Maison Margiela At the Barbers quite a bit but got a bottle of Nobile 1942 Fougere Nobile and it seemed like the same but with a added note that elevated that scent. from Maison version.

[@tailoredshirt4551]

Great video, thank you. I've been hunting barbershop scents recently so I'll definitely try some you mentioned. Meleg Perfumes also has a Japanese sandalwood incense scent that I tried recently and enjoyed. Anyway, thank you for the thoughtful and informative content. Subscribed!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks for watching and I'm glad you've found some scents you enjoy!

[@TeXasDadBod]

C.O. Bigelow Elixer white . On Amazon previously sold at Bath and Body works . Its a cheapie but goodie barbershop type fragrance. I have Creed Viking , , Pasha De Cartier , PDM and other expensive fragrances so it’s not like I don’t know what high end good quality stuff smells like I’m just saying try it .

[@TheDorronshapow]

Great vie Justin been waiting on your take on this genre...my fav 3 Prada amber intense, Zaharoff signature por Homme and pdm darley

[@mrrob4590]

Hi Justin have you ever tried fougere nobile from the brand Nobile 1942? It’s a really lovely frag it has notes of licorice tobacco and a musky dry down. It also has a very unique open with a soda water accord the really sets it apart from basically all others of tried. I learned about it from Mr Smellys channel a few years back. It’s a real hidden gem. However it leans mature I’d say 30 and up. I wouldn’t imagine younger people caring for it but still it’s a great frag that IMO is very well done. Still waiting for you to eventually try out Invasion Barbare as well.

[@stayfreshproductions]

I haven't!

[@markingram1890]

Great list! Fougeres are my favorite. I would add MDCI Invasion Barbare to this list. I have not heard of Canadian Gentleman. I’m going to research that one a bit.

[@stayfreshproductions]

MDCI was on screen as an honorable mention at the start! I don't own it.

[@clperson17]

Loved this video, Justin. Hoping to get my hands on Sartorial soon!

[@marlonious7650]

Polo Safari has that Barbasol vibe. It's got this alcohol vibe mixed with leather. It's smells like you just shaved.

[@jroark101]

Canadian gentleman doesn’t get enough love! Only thing I would add to the list would platinum egoiste and maybe even the OG. Great video Justin!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@nateriley4067]

Cope, I really enjoyed your Barbershop educational video, I’ve been on a big Houbigant kick lately and I’m up to 5 bottles from the House (but no Fougere Royale). Be well, my man. God Bless.

[@stayfreshproductions]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@malcolmhenderson7375]

Another banger video Justin--love the uniqueness of this channel. I personally love the fougere genre, and I really love how the niche market is attempting to put contemporary spins on a very old-school scent profile. Have you had the chance to smell TF's 'Fougere D'Argent'? Talk about an awesome fragrance. I guess this wouldn't be considered a traditional fougere by fougere puriest, but this stuff is just awesome and very unique--definitely niche smelling. The opening of ginger and orange is beautiful and the dry down with the slight sweetness of the tonka is to die for. This is a signature scent for me in the fall months when the hoodies and sweater come out. I just don't hear any reviewers talking about this scent. Love the channel bro--keep up the good work!

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thanks Malcolm. I haven't tried it but I'd like to

[@EppWolfi]

Great video! One of my all time favorite scents is Xerjoff's Mefisto Gentleuomo - and it's described as "barbershop-ish", so I wanted to get some more info on the genre. Would you consider MG a barbershop fragrance?

[@stayfreshproductions]

I can see it in the genre! Love that one.

[@YaYitSumSe]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thank you. I've used Pasha for many years. Would you consider Carron Pour Homme a Fougere fragrance.

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you. I would call Pour un Homme de Caron a fougere.

[@YaYitSumSe]

@@stayfreshproductions Thanks. I purchased Caron pour un Homme and Gucci Nobile (Discontinued) in Paris over 25 years ago. It is nice to see that at least the Caron is still available.

[@ryanbriones4026]

I'd say memoir man fits the bill too. Stunner for a night scent , leathery fougere 👌👌

[@MP-ej9pw]

I have several of them. Favorite is Bracken Man.

[@jesperhof]

Love the list and love barbershop fragrances! So glad to see you also discovered Masque Milano Sleight of Fern. It is really unique for a barbershop scent.

[@sejuyz]

I love Les Parfums Mythiques - Xeryus by Givenchy... talk about smelling clean. The clary sage and basil in it just kills. I also love Tsar, just not sure if its considered a fougere or not

[@TheRDW710]

B-612 is hard to beat. Original Vetiver from Creed doesnt get much love but was my first foray into the upper crust of the cologne world. And can still hold it's own with them all.

[@Mike-tw1le]

How would you compare Fougère Royale to Chanel egoiste platinum and at the barbers, I love the smell of both but I have no way to sample royale. Does it smell similar to the other two because if so I will definitely blind buy at 109$ ( I don’t know how long that deal will last lol)

[@mvr2579]

At first, i didn't like TF Beau de Jour, but now I absolutely love it. Bois du Portugal is still my favorite . Also, like Zaharoff Signature noir.

[@Bkump]

I am in love with barbershops at the moment! The market is so saturated with Amber wood and gourmand fragrances right now.

[@jeffreymclean9958]

Justin, love your content! And the BEST of them all is: Chanel Platinum Egoiste 🎉

[@supermansr44]

Nice video. Can you include performance and longevity going forward. Thanks

[@stayfreshproductions]

Performance is very subjective, and may not actually be helpful to talk about. Your mileage will vary! I recommend sampling based off of your interest in the scent first, and then see how it performs. Thanks for watching.

[@richardaubrey382]

No gimmicks .. just informative and helpful. Thanks!

[@hamishmaude390]

Would you put Chanel Platinum Egoiste into this mix? Or just fougere? What are your thoughts on it anyway?

[@nealo814]

I get that. It's a classic. Very fresh. Wore it 20 years ago. Keep meaning to get another bottle

[@stayfreshproductions]

Definitely. Good stuff. I don't own it.

[@nealo814]

@@stayfreshproductions I have sartorial which I love. Great fragrance!

[@Spiralnebel_GB]

Maculine Plurial, Lavande 44 and Bon Monsieur are great too

[@dzynguy]

barbicide is an amazing scent. i love coming out of the barbershop after having that quick spritz on the back of my nect after a haircut. if they could bottle that i would wear the crap out of it. so ultra clean and fresh. i bought "at the barbershop", but it isnt barbicide enough for me.

[@TheChefSymbol]

Love the video Justin. Barbershop fragrances are one of my favourites. That feeling of walking out of a barbershop with that fresh cut and that lavender and freshness just got me feeling so fresh and so clean. Haha love the list and beau de jour and Viking are absoluteeeee bangers

[@stayfreshproductions]

Thank you!

[@carlduplessis8007]

TF beau de jour is the most amazing thing I've ever smelled. I can't imagine someone not loving it.

[@MrWheatle]

Great review. Barbershop fragrances are definitely not a mainstay in my collection but I do appreciate the genre. Nishane’s B-612 is in my collection and I love it! Bracken Man and the Sleight Fern are on my list . Any thoughts on the ideal wearing climate for this genre?

[@stayfreshproductions]

I think they're perfect for all-season wear! Some are more versatile than others. Thanks!

[@douglasmonroe167]

Funny I used to think Barbershop scents smelled old-manish. Probably cause I never liked the original Old Spice or really ANY of the available aftershaves when I started using them back in the 90s. But then... Old Spice came out with White Water. N that was (from my perspective) the first of the new age of Barbershop scents that really smelled fresh n pleasant to me. Even then I wasnt interested in wearing that style of cologne but I did enjoy the scent after shaving. Nowadays I really enjoy wearing At The Barbers n D&G The One Gentleman. Its become one of my fav style of fragrance to wear.

[@i3lazin518]

So sad to see Amouage discontinued. This was my first niche perfume and after i began to appreciate it is one of favorites in my collection. Time to hunt for a another bottle as mine is almost empty