Top Notes 
Davana
Lemon
Heart Notes 
Salt
Lily of the valley
Base Notes 
Oakmoss
Cypriol
Patchouli
Woods
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Cité de la Mer
Cherbourg, located in Normandy, France, holds a significant place in the history of World War II, particularly during the events of 1944. In June of that year, as part of the Allied invasion of Normandy, much of the city was severely damaged during the fighting. Fast-forward to today, Cherbourg has been rebuilt and restored and is also known for its rich maritime heritage, including the Cité de la Mer, a museum dedicated to the sea, submarines, and ocean exploration.
I was initially sceptical about getting Myself when I tried it with its sibling Me. With its box full of colourful icons, like old Polaroids, and its velvety textured bottle with an orange colour somewhere between carrot, pumpkin, and mandarin. I had imagined a citrusy, fruity, sparkling, and then sweet scent. But as soon as I sprayed it on the paper strip and my skin, it shocked me. It is everything but what I expected, inspired by the essence of the sea, a deep, fresh and aquatic scent, salty and aromatic, with a medicinal-like boozy bent. A refreshing fragrance infused with unique woody nuances. It changes quickly and its dry down is what made me pull the trigger. It is as if the salty Atlantic breeze is crashing against the harbour, where the air is thick with marine freshness.
Myself belongs to the marine, salty and aromatic family. A burst of marine freshness characterizes the opening, with salty and citrus notes that evoke the ocean breeze, something like a fresh summer sea breeze in the early morning. There is a decidedly aromatic, sharp, balsamic herbal bitterness and my nose detects more of the green davana herb, from the Artemisia family, than the tart and yellow lemon peel. It has that sweet and sour tea-like aroma that reminds me of uncaramelized dried fruit. The lemon does not overpower the marine notes and salt. Myself has the saltiness of the sea. It evokes the feeling of standing on a sunny shore, feeling the cool ocean breeze mixed with the tang of salt and seaweed.
The middle note to me smells a little sweet, yet very clean and fresh. As the initial freshness fades, a subtle shift brings the warmth of salty seaweed, just a hint without dominating the other notes, and the refined softness of the lily. The floral notes add a sophisticated and slightly sweet nuance, balancing the initial freshness. The combination of salty and floral creates a modern middle layer, adding depth and a touch of charm. In the middle, the scent feels airy and salty, with hints of moss and wood seeping up from the underside.
The drydown is incredible: I don’t know what it smells like, but I’m obsessed with it. In the last notes, the fragrance settles into the rich warmth of amber wood, I’m betting sandalwood, which gives a luxurious and elegant finish. Ambergris, or rather an ambroxan-like molecule, adds a sensual softness, while oakmoss intensifies the complexity, leaving a lasting impression. I can even smell the woodiness and earthiness of cypriol, a note I love in fragrances. It’s all about the wind on a pier carrying the smell of salt-encrusted driftwood, wet ropes and crashing waves.
To recap, Myself is an intensely salty marine scent that transitions into a light floral before clinging to the skin with its woody and amber accords. Overall, it’s well-made and has a stunning scent for the price. Because of its fresh and marine nature, Myself is ideal for warm seasons, such as spring and summer. It fits well in informal and casual settings, but its inherent elegance makes it appropriate for more formal occasions as well. On my skin I get good longevity and a moderate sillage, making it suitable for both everyday wear and special events. A few sprays and it lasts me a day or an entire night and I can smell it the next day, a little faint, but still there. Myself is a fragrance that offers a refreshing and sophisticated marine olfactory experience, ideal for those looking for a versatile and distinctive scent in the warmer seasons.
I am formulating my experience on a bottle I've owned since March 2025.
-Elysium
I was initially sceptical about getting Myself when I tried it with its sibling Me. With its box full of colourful icons, like old Polaroids, and its velvety textured bottle with an orange colour somewhere between carrot, pumpkin, and mandarin. I had imagined a citrusy, fruity, sparkling, and then sweet scent. But as soon as I sprayed it on the paper strip and my skin, it shocked me. It is everything but what I expected, inspired by the essence of the sea, a deep, fresh and aquatic scent, salty and aromatic, with a medicinal-like boozy bent. A refreshing fragrance infused with unique woody nuances. It changes quickly and its dry down is what made me pull the trigger. It is as if the salty Atlantic breeze is crashing against the harbour, where the air is thick with marine freshness.
Myself belongs to the marine, salty and aromatic family. A burst of marine freshness characterizes the opening, with salty and citrus notes that evoke the ocean breeze, something like a fresh summer sea breeze in the early morning. There is a decidedly aromatic, sharp, balsamic herbal bitterness and my nose detects more of the green davana herb, from the Artemisia family, than the tart and yellow lemon peel. It has that sweet and sour tea-like aroma that reminds me of uncaramelized dried fruit. The lemon does not overpower the marine notes and salt. Myself has the saltiness of the sea. It evokes the feeling of standing on a sunny shore, feeling the cool ocean breeze mixed with the tang of salt and seaweed.
The middle note to me smells a little sweet, yet very clean and fresh. As the initial freshness fades, a subtle shift brings the warmth of salty seaweed, just a hint without dominating the other notes, and the refined softness of the lily. The floral notes add a sophisticated and slightly sweet nuance, balancing the initial freshness. The combination of salty and floral creates a modern middle layer, adding depth and a touch of charm. In the middle, the scent feels airy and salty, with hints of moss and wood seeping up from the underside.
The drydown is incredible: I don’t know what it smells like, but I’m obsessed with it. In the last notes, the fragrance settles into the rich warmth of amber wood, I’m betting sandalwood, which gives a luxurious and elegant finish. Ambergris, or rather an ambroxan-like molecule, adds a sensual softness, while oakmoss intensifies the complexity, leaving a lasting impression. I can even smell the woodiness and earthiness of cypriol, a note I love in fragrances. It’s all about the wind on a pier carrying the smell of salt-encrusted driftwood, wet ropes and crashing waves.
To recap, Myself is an intensely salty marine scent that transitions into a light floral before clinging to the skin with its woody and amber accords. Overall, it’s well-made and has a stunning scent for the price. Because of its fresh and marine nature, Myself is ideal for warm seasons, such as spring and summer. It fits well in informal and casual settings, but its inherent elegance makes it appropriate for more formal occasions as well. On my skin I get good longevity and a moderate sillage, making it suitable for both everyday wear and special events. A few sprays and it lasts me a day or an entire night and I can smell it the next day, a little faint, but still there. Myself is a fragrance that offers a refreshing and sophisticated marine olfactory experience, ideal for those looking for a versatile and distinctive scent in the warmer seasons.
I am formulating my experience on a bottle I've owned since March 2025.
-Elysium
Updated on 03/22/2025
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