"As we approach the hottest months of the year, citrus scents are bound to trend no matter what. While classic citrus — even when crisp — tends to run sweet or bitter, we're now seeing a more modern citrus that plays up a deep, juicy, almost herbaceous crispness," said Gilman.
For example, look for grapefruit scents that almost verge on smelling like marijuana, like the brand-new Escentric Molecules Escentric 04 ($150). This scent uses pink grapefruit to play off the almost tropical sandalwood of the main ingredient, a synthetic molecule named Javanol, explained Gilman.
Tom Ford Mandarino Di Amalfi Acqua ($152) is another that combines herbal qualities with bright and zesty citrus. It's inspired by Italy's famous Amalfi Coast, and so it has that ocean-spray quality. At the same time, it combines bright mandarin and lemon with earthy basil and grassy shisho leaf, while jasmine adds a touch of sweetness and spearmint cools.
