Cipresso e Bergamot
Ariana & Evans
Founded in 2017 in Ansonia, Connecticut, Ariana & Evans is the passion project of fragrance auteur Peter Charkalis, its name blending his own and his daughters’ middle names. Guided by the Japanese principle of kaizen—continuous improvement—Charkalis brings an eclectic, globe-spanning sensibility to scents that are bold, sophisticated, and delightfully unconventional. Standouts such as Baklava, Plum & Bliss, Chasing the Dragon, and Khalifa showcase inspirations drawn from world cuisine and culture. In 2024 he introduced Maullu, a premium line co-created with acclaimed Italian barber Daniele Maullu, further elevating the brand’s commitment to top-tier ingredients and artistry.
Scent Description
Cipresso e Bergamotto is a deeply woody composition brightened by sunlit bergamot and bitter orange, cooled by a brisk and herbaceous snap of basil and mint. At its heart, lustrous hinoki—a lemony, balsamic Japanese cypress—unfurls across the varied woods, while a measured touch of birch tar lends a refined veil of smoke and supple leather. The structure is fougère-esque— although smoother, slightly sweeter, and creamier—eschewing the classic lavender-and-oakmoss duo. Tailor-made for fall, it's a masculine and complex scent which captures the crisp green hush of a walk among pines and the ember-warm glow of an evening by the fire.
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Scent Strength
7
Longevity
8
Scent Family
Woody
Subtype
Woods
Suitability
Date Night, Daytime, Evening, Home, Work
Inspiration
Unique
Country of Origin
USA
Menthol
Non-menthol
Companion Products
Splash
Base Description
VR2 is a high-performance vegan shaving base that whips into a luxurious, heavy, well-structured lather. A trio of stearic-rich butters—kokum, mango, and shea—forms the backbone, delivering dense cushion and excellent stability. Coconut oil jump-starts the build, while castor oil deepens creaminess and improves cling. Hydration is supported by cupuaçu butter—renowned for its water-binding capacity—and glycerin, a humectant that also enhances slickness. Lightweight avocado and sunflower oils provide soft, breathable emollience, while jojoba oil, a skin-mimicking wax ester, helps reinforce the barrier and lock in moisture. VR2 is a premium vegan base with superior cushion, density and stability, and excellent slickness, all of which make for a first class shaving experience.
Lather Properties
Cushion
9
Density
9
Slickness
8
Stability
Lather Type
9
Structured
Base Type
Base Name
Vegan
VR2
Skin Food
Stearic Acid, Water, Glycerin, Kokum Butter, Shea Butter, Shorea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Cupuacu Butter, Rice Milk, Beer, Castor Oil, Palm Fruit, Mango Butter, Avocado Oil
Top Notes
Bergamot, Bitter Orange, Cypress
Heart Notes
Hinoki, Mint, Basil
Base Notes
Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Birch Tar
IIngredients
Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Sorbic
I love this scent and I mainly ise this set in summer and spring. It pairs well with Aqua di Parma Cipresso di Toscana.