Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Media Cologne Forte Review

A fragrance to inspire your inner happiness, Aqua Media

The Aque cologne forte collection is gaining a new number that fully captures Francis Kurkdjian's creativity and imagination, Aqua Media.

The Inspiration Behind The Fourth Aqua Cologne Forte

The well-known wardrobe of cologne forte fragrances is created from a sense of light, water, and freshness. In his latest addition, Francis found inspiration in the unique and magical phenomenon of rainbows. Thus, the perfect combination of water and sunlight, Aqua Media represents the rainbow's center with its glorious green shade and fresh aromatic notes.

Aqua Media is Latin for “water of the center” and is where the perfumes creation began. In addition, the French perfumer Francis Kurkdjian uses the unique method of building a perfume from its name.

Aqua Media | A Source Of Light And Happiness

The newest perfume has a mood-boosting effect on all who discover its scent. Composed of fragrant and tangy notes, the perfume invites us to welcome the world with open eyes and curiosity. Long-lasting, the green, aromatic notes bring a sense of balance and harmony to start your day. Therefore, Francis Kurkdjian created this scent with an admiration for the simple things and hopes that it brings inner peace.

The Notes

Below are the keynotes in Aqua Media Cologne Forte

• Verbena: Combined with tangy notes of Bergamot essence, the lemony and green facets of the Verbena are revealed—an extraordinarily joyful awakening to the perfume.
• Sweet fennel essence: Obtained by steaming the Fennel seeds, this aromatic essence liberates green and aniseed notes. When added to the previous citrus notes, the fennel essence becomes vibrant.
• Bergamot of Calabria: This sparkling burst of freshness is known as the “smile” of the perfume, obtained by the cold expression of the Southern Italian Bergamot zest.
• Musks: Largely used in the perfume industry, artificial musk is a long-lasting base note. Soft and comforting, they are often compared to a “clean” scent.
• Lastly, Hedione: Dating back to the 60s, this floral and woody note helps binds the other ingredients for a smooth and balanced perfume.

My Experience

After discovering the other Aqua cologne forte scents in this collection, I had to try the NEW Aqua Media. From its beautiful green bottle to the luminous and green notes, this perfume is the winner of summer 2023. Francis Kurkdjian perfumes have a unique character and are reliable for longevity. Overall, I enjoyed the tangy touch to this perfume and how it evolved into a more floral woody scent over time. Ideal for nature lovers, this fragrance brings a sense of happiness and peace to its wearer. Finally, I recommend vaporizing the perfume into neutral body lotion for a more intimate sillage.

The Aqua Cologne Forte Collection

The Aqua Cologne Forte Collection includes:

• Aqua Universalis: A pure breath of fresh air, it evokes the feeling of comfort and cleanliness. (Review here)
• Aqua Vitae: Representing the sun at its zenith. The fragrance takes on a warm and floral charm. (Review here)
• Aqua Celestia: The meeting point of the sea and the sky. It represents a horizon line full of unknown adventures. (Review here)
• Lastly, the newest Aqua Media.

Also, check out the Maison Francis Kurkdjian 724 Eau de Parfum that I reviewed recently here.

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