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As I can clearly see from the previous comments, a fragrance that polarizes and how could it be otherwise with a scent from Paco Rabanne.

Opinions have been divided for several years now.

I can understand both sides well. Those who love such a fragrance, as well as those who can find nothing appealing about it.

However, I decided some time ago to open myself up to these scents and at least test them once.

The top notes kick off the fragrance fireworks with strong and sweet berries.

I can't identify them exactly, but I immediately thought of something like raspberries and strawberries, and maybe even a bit of cherries. Perhaps I am completely wrong, but unfortunately my nose cannot tell me.

I perceive lavender rather subtly, while the lemon is quite pronounced. It gives the sweet offensive a lot of freshness, preventing the scent from drifting too much into the berry aroma.

Ozone is somewhat difficult for me to describe, but we all know that smell that arises on extremely hot summer days when ozone tries to combat our air pollution.

It adds a lot of freshness to the fragrance and a unique undertone.

The remaining fragrance elements all have a woody character, but still differ from each other.

Nagarmotha smells very earthy and woody and is supposed to add a slight seductive touch.

Patchouli is also supposed to be somewhat seductive and aphrodisiac. It adds a slightly sweet note to the woody drive that harmonizes with the constantly present top note, preventing it from crashing unpleasantly into the harsh woody notes like a collision.

I also imagine that ozone continues to play a strong role in the background.

The fragrance only changes within the first half to three-quarters of an hour and then remains almost unchanged until its dry down.

So relatively unspectacular, but that shouldn't make this fragrance bad. Sometimes an overly large spectacle is simply unnecessary when you have exactly what you want.

Overall, a sweet/woody fragrance that I really like.

I have always received compliments while wearing it, from both men and women.

Those who cannot relate to sweet and slightly fruity scents can just stroll on to the next bottle on the shelf.


The longevity is truly exceptional. The fragrance still smells intense after hours. For me, it's just below the level of DHI.

The sillage is great and fits perfectly with the berry mix that Paco serves here.

This perfume is definitely something you wear for going out. For clubbing, cinema, etc., and definitely not for everyday life.

You will undoubtedly stand out with this scent, letting people several meters away know that you are there. Many women really like this fragrance because of its sweetness, and the woody warm undertone adds a bit of bitterness. So, a perfect combination for many, for sure.

If you are looking for a sweet fragrance that fits the current trend of men's fragrances in recent years, this one is highly recommended.

I no longer remember the store price exactly, but I still know that it can be found online at a very fair price.

The scent is very economical and intense and should last a long time.

The bottle is basically nothing special, but I quite like it.


Wearable in all seasons. Best, however, in summer on nice warm evenings when you are out and about in the city.

It is not a scent I will wear often, probably only on weekends occasionally when I go out. I think the strong and slightly synthetic top note might bother me otherwise. But no one should be alarmed by that, because after about an hour it becomes significantly more pleasant and harmonizes well with the woods.


A nice fragrance for going out that I really like.

This fragrance was my first blind buy.

It was not available in any store, so I ordered it online.

The scent is extremely cheap to obtain. I initially ordered 40ml since it was just a first test. However, if you plan to buy this fragrance regularly, you should opt for the 125ml version, which is available for under €40.

I sprayed the Midnight Water about an hour ago to describe how the scent develops and what I smell.

And the first thing I have to say is that I must clearly disagree with my direct predecessor on almost all points.

The opening is marked by the strong duo of rosemary and lemon.
In my opinion, it is very successful. The rosemary is clearly in the foreground, and the lemon perfectly enhances the fragrance with an intense freshness. At the same time, the lemon does not stand out too much and harmonizes gently with the rosemary.

I must admit that I initially had the impression of perceiving a lot of leather, but I quickly realized that the combination of lemon and rosemary created this impression for me.

Then, after a while, it transitions into the heart notes, and now I perceive the leather scent very strongly, which still bears a certain resemblance to the smell I detected in the opening, but now it is much more intense and clearly recognizable.

The lily of the valley also makes a strong appearance now and harmonizes perfectly with the leather, giving it a very special direction.

Again, I notice how wonderfully everything is combined here, even with fragrance notes that one might assume could clash.

I unfortunately cannot really categorize the smell of yerba mate tea, but I did inform myself about how it might smell. It has been described as somewhat similar to green tea and generally as a relatively green, meadow-like aroma.

It is quite possible that a slight hint of tea underscores the fragrance.

The base is clearly dominated by tonka bean, which gives the fragrance a certain sweetness. Amber could also be somewhat responsible for this. While amber can sometimes smell quite woody, it can also impart a dry sweetness.

I now perceive the incense very well. I honestly cannot understand how one could not smell it. Everything in this EDT flows together so perfectly that one might overlook individual components. The incense is used subtly, yet I can smell it very clearly when I inhale the fragrance deeply and for a long time.

For me, it is one of the most interesting and best fragrance compositions I have smelled so far.

It is wonderful how the fragrance becomes softer towards the end while the incense still holds its ground slightly.

Anyone who finds this fragrance too soft and feminine in the first half to three-quarters of an hour should hold on a little longer. After about an hour, the fragrance no longer feels quite so gentle, and the lily of the valley gives a little way, while leather, incense, and amber provide a soft, bitter note.

The longevity on my skin and my clothing is fantastic for an EDT, especially for such an affordable price. The fragrance lasts on me for 5-6 hours, very perceptibly. On my clothing, it actually lasts for days and adheres even stronger than DHI. I also like that I can continuously smell this fragrance, no matter how long I have been wearing it or how regularly.

The sillage is good. The fragrance radiates well into the immediate surroundings without being particularly offensive. It fits perfectly!

The bottle is, as described by many others, a feast for the eyes.

The fragrance is very wearable for me in all seasons. In summer, I can perfectly imagine wearing it on a mild evening when going for a walk or sitting outside in a restaurant.


I would recommend this fragrance only to a relatively young audience.
The scent is definitely unisex. My girlfriend occasionally loves to wear it, and it smells great on her. On me, the fragrance works quite differently and fits perfectly as well. She loves it when I apply it and she hugs me.

Definitely a gentle charmer and not a brash type. One shows a softer side of oneself with this and should be ready for that.

At this price, everyone should give it a try.

The fragrance is very similar to "One Million" as already described by others.

However, I briefly sprayed "Pure Million" on a test strip, which resembles the original even more strongly than Prestigio.

One could have guessed this when comparing the fragrance notes.

I saw this fragrance at Real for just under €9... really extremely cheap, and I thought I would give it a try.

I really like the scent; it could also appeal to those who are not completely satisfied with One Million.

The top note indeed develops this similar bubblegum opening due to the combination of pineapple and mandarin. Nutmeg gives the fragrance its spiciness.

Then violets come in, giving the scent a similar floral touch as the rose does in the original.

Cinnamon also plays a role, but much more subtly than in One Million.

All in all, a nice fragrance that, however, does not really represent an alternative.

It fades away far too quickly and smells somewhat perceptible for maybe 2 hours, and then for another 2-3 hours extremely subtly, to the point where the fragrance notes are no longer clearly recognizable.

You are only perceived in immediate surroundings, so the scent does not really radiate.

If you like One Million, it's better to buy the original or one of the two offshoots right away. I would have to reapply this EDT 3-4 times a day, so it won't really last long, and in the end, the cheap price doesn't add up.



The fragrance should preferably be released in a higher concentration and cost around €20. It would still be cheap and would likely represent a real alternative.

Otto Kern's Signature Man is one of my favorite fragrances and also a cheap discount option for prices around €13-15.

And despite everything, Signature Man really lasts 4+ hours and smells very well perceptible. If Prestigio could at least reach this level, I would clearly recommend it here.

For me, it's a missed opportunity; the fragrance has great similarity but still significant differences from the original.

It could have found its market if it were just a bit stronger.

Some time ago, I read that this fragrance is said to have some resemblance to Le Male by JPG and thus also to Signature Man by Otto Kern, which is one of my favorite scents. Hypnose had never caught my attention when I was sniffing samples in any perfume store, but this time it did. With the knowledge in the background that I might really like it, I applied it and was not disappointed, quite the opposite!

It bears a very strong resemblance to Le Male as well as Otto Kern's Signature Man.

The opening is very fresh, masculine, and spicy.
The mandarin plays subtly in the background and gives the fragrance a very light, almost unnoticeable fruity touch.

The spicy and fresh opening is created by cardamom and mint.


Lavender is already extremely present after a few minutes and, together with the mint, forms the dominant scent note that accompanies you from start to finish.

However, the cardamom also lingers for a very long time, albeit somewhat more discreetly. This gives the fragrance a strong oriental touch.


What sets Hypnose apart from its two "supposed" fragrance twins are the base notes.

Amber and musk create a very elegant and sensual base that I really like.

Yes, Le Male also has amber, but there, lavender and amber do not play nearly as strong a role, and the fragrance remains somewhat opaque and less refined overall. Here, the scent transitions are clearly recognizable and beautifully crafted.

Also, cinnamon does not play any role here.
But especially this strong cinnamon note is what I love about the Otto Kern EDT, and I initially wished for cinnamon here as well. After some time, however, I must say it was the right decision. The fragrance, despite the many similar notes, goes in a completely different direction and, as already mentioned, appears significantly more noble.


There are some who have compared this fragrance later on with DHI, and I can understand that very well since lavender and amber are also among the strong and defining notes there.

The longevity is good, though not outstanding. It smells intense for about 4-5 hours, then significantly less noticeable. Sprayed on clothing, it lasts much longer, which is why I always apply 1-2 sprays on my shirt.


The sillage is quite good. For several hours, the fragrance radiates strongly and enchants and hypnotizes the immediate surroundings. However, for such a well-crafted fragrance, it could certainly be stronger.

The bottle looks very elegant and looks great on my dresser.



A great perfume for dates or other special occasions of any kind, and also a companion that stands out positively when going out to celebrate. Too good for everyday wear.


I have been complimented on the perfume several times.


The perfume combines freshness and masculinity paired with sweetness and elegance.
It also radiates a great sensuality and attraction to my girlfriend, "which is definitely not a bad thing ;)"

The scent has its own character and, at least to my nose, clearly distinguishes itself from its similarly scented competitors and smells more high-quality and nuanced.

Suitable for pretty much all age groups from 20 years old.
It works well and is fitting on me (24 years old), but would also suit a 40-50 year old man well or, better said, make him smell good.

A clear recommendation from me for this wonderful fragrance.

It might become my signature scent alongside DHI in the future.

The opening is very beautiful and bold due to the lavender.
Rosemary adds a subtle touch, just like some citrus notes that appear a little later.
However, in my opinion, these notes do not stand out clearly and merely underscore the lavender with a strong freshness.

Then, gradually, wood and tobacco come into play, giving the fragrance a strong masculine note.
I also notice how extremely well the different fragrance components harmonize with each other.

The wood and tobacco notes become stronger, yet the lavender remains ever-present, and I like the scent more and more.

Finally, upon reaching the base notes, the musk adds warmth to the fragrance and elegantly rounds off our "friend".

I have received several compliments for this scent, and others perceive it as masculine and very special, as there are few fragrances similar to it.

The longevity is okay but nothing special. About 5-6 hours, the scent is well noticeable on the skin, but then it quickly fades to skin level and is no longer particularly noticeable.

The sillage is only average from the start.
However, in close proximity, the fragrance radiates strongly.

It does this especially on cold autumn days, which perfectly highlight Tomo's character.

For me, it's definitely an everyday EDT that can also be worn for going out, e.g., to a restaurant or the cinema.


All in all, a very elegant and masculine fragrance that I can recommend.