Just-picked leafy greens and herbs piled high, topped with yuzu peel and runny honey. Raw and green, the smell that bursts when a leaf is bruised between the fingers. Tea leaf is the most bitter, holding the balance against grape skin and wild thyme. Neroli adds floral brightness, while oakmoss and patchouli root the fragrance. White musk and tonka bean tenderly infuse the composition.
Best Erémia by Aesop Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Erémia by Aesop is a floral green fragrance that opens with a bright mix of yuzu, bergamot and grapefruit, giving an invigorating citrus freshness. Its heart blends green tea and mimosa with powdery orris and the earthiness of galbanum and patchouli, while gaiac wood adds a subtle smoky depth. This combination creates a fresh yet complex scent that balances vibrant greenery with soft floral and woody undertones. Those seeking a similarly fresh, green and slightly powdery profile will find key elements to focus on here.
Chaco by Nissaba £150.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- cedarwood
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- green tea
- mate tea
- petitgrain
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- green
Chaco is the second largest primary forest of Latin America, called the "impenetrable forest" for its incredibly dense formation. This Paraguayan forest is the only place in the world where gaiac wood grows, known locally as palo santo. The region is also prized by perfumers as source of petitgrain essential oil, as well yerba maté tea leaves. Chaco the fragrance is a cologne style built around a refined tea structure. Perfumer Alexandra Monet placed the petitgrain and maté in conversation with each other, heightening each other’s mellow greenness in the process. Palo santo, with its woody, salty and smoky facets, brings warmth and sensuality, resulting in a unique unisex signature with lightness and modern elegance.
This is Not a Blue Bottle 1/.6 – Love by Histoires de Parfums £165.00
- Key notes:
- grapefruit
- neroli
- vetiver
- yuzu
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
Yuzu, vibrating with the tartness of grapefruit and the sweetness of mandarin, embraces feel-good orange blossom. Nuzzly neroli and musks make wearing this feel like falling in love in an orchard of citrus trees.
Leaf Crush by Insenf £125.00
Resonant by Oddity £170.00
- Key notes:
- ambergris
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- ginger
- metallic notes
- petitgrain
- yuzu
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- green
- marine
A kaleidoscope of metal, volume and zest, with zest provided by yuzu. Alive in an ethereal dream of shimmering clarity, Resonant pulses with addictive hot iron and ozonic citrus, sharpened with ginger.
Master perfumer
David Chieze
Naked Dance by Oddity £170.00
- Key notes:
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- green tea
- incense
- orris (iris root)
- rice
- sandalwood
- white musk
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Naked Dance is an olfactory impression of our lives at home, where we jazz through space filled with our attachments, memories and comforts in bliss of intimate liberty to be ourselves.
.Oddity bottles are an art object that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Each piece is topped with handmade cap made to order individually from wood scraps and epoxy resin. The irregular shape is unique endoved with imperfect beauty of raw materials and the craftsmanship that folds them into an artful piece.
Master perfumer
Mark Buxton
Elisa by Marie Jeanne £110.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- bergamot
- davana
- yuzu
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- citrusy
A fresh-out-of-the shower fragrance, conjuring soft skin dabbed dry with a plush cotton towel, sunshine-fluffed from the laundry line. Elisa elevates yuzu and candied bergamot away from straight lemon sherbet with beguiling florals: Indian davana and Tunisian orange blossom. Sensual sandalwood, musk and benzoin upholster the innocence with knowingness. A scent to make you feel happy, safe and sunny.
Oblivion by Circle of Lim £110.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- lavender
- orris (iris root)
- sandalwood
- yuzu
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- vintage/old school
The tart sweetness of bergamot and yuzu is the pale moon rising over a landscape of aromatic lavender and silky sandalwood. The sharpness of cedarwood begins to subtly assert itself, underscored by a violet echo of orris, inviting you into a realm of serene oblivion.
Neon Night by MINT £170.00
- Key notes:
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- green tea
- mandarin
- peony
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- floral
- woody
Azure line
Perfumer: Hamid Merati-Kashani
Admire the disco ball citrus opening, shooting specs of bergamot, green tea and juicy mandarin in all directions at the carefree, fresh flowers party.
Osmanthus & Oolong by NuWilds £80.00
- Key notes:
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- green tea
- milky nuance
- oolong tea
- orange blossom
- osmanthus
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- floral
- green
A surround sound symphony of uplifting tea and apricotty osmanthus. Frangipani and orange blossom smile in the opening, while oolong tea swirls to the surface in this subtle brew. Osmanthus, the flower that bridges the gap between apricot and tea, joins forces with guaiac wood for a delightfully smooth and happy smellscape.
Perfumer: Kong Dexing
Haf by Ortir Apothecari £114.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- blackcurrant leaves
- grapefruit
- magnolia
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- floral
HAF translates to summer and is pronounced "haarv".
A niche perfume with an intense burst of citrus gradually unfurls to reveal vibrant florals conjuring up the heady sunshine of a summer’s day.
About Erémia by Aesop
- What makes Erémia different from these similar fragrances?
- Erémia combines bright citrus notes like yuzu and bergamot with powdery orris and woody gaiac, balanced by green tea and galbanum. Many alternatives share some of these notes but differ in the presence of sweeter, more resinous or more herbaceous elements, resulting in variations in freshness, powderiness, and complexity.
- Is Erémia suitable for warm weather?
- Yes, Erémia’s fresh citrus and green notes, along with its light floral and woody facets, make it a suitable choice for warm weather wear, providing a clean and uplifting scent experience.
- Which notes in Erémia contribute to its powdery aspect?
- The powdery character in Erémia is primarily due to the orris (iris root) note, which imparts a soft, velvety texture, balancing the fresh and woody components.









