What Makes Trudon II DEUX a Unique Woody Aromatic Fragrance?
Trudon II DEUX occupies a rare space in the Woody Aromatic category: it's built on unlisted fig leaf and tomato leaf accords that smell resinous, vegetal, and almost sappy, rather than sweet or milky like traditional fig fragrances. Fig leaf in perfumery smells resinous, fresh, and more like freshly-peeled lime peel aspect of galbanum than the milky, sappy smell of cut fig wood, which is why reviewers describe DEUX as "filled to brimming with the piercingly green smell of regrowth – fig saplings, plants, and young conifers pushing their way up through layers of humus and pine needles to meet the sun". Created for Cire Trudon—the world's oldest candlemaker, founded in 1643—the scent translates the brand's heritage of wax, incense, and sacred spaces into a personal fragrance that celebrates rebirth and forest life.
What Are the Scent Notes in Trudon II DEUX?
- Top Notes: Green Leaves, Pine, Bitter Orange
- Middle Notes: Cedar, Juniper Berries, Pepper
- Base Notes: Incense, Cashmeran, Ambroxan
Fragrance Family: Woody Aromatic
What Is the Scent Journey of Trudon II DEUX?
The opening bursts with vivid, crunchy verdancy—freshly mowed lawn refined into polished greenness, punctuated by bitter orange and the resinous snap of tomato leaf. II opens with vivid, crunchy verdancy, reminiscent of freshly mowed lawn, but much more polished and not as aggressive as the real cut grass. The combined effect of this greenery and a subtle laconic undertone, smells very much like the sap oozing out of the crunched fig leaves. Within 30 minutes, aromatic juniper and black pepper emerge, adding a peppery, slightly minty nuance that makes the composition even greener. The heart (1–3 hours) reveals cedar and pine, transforming the dewy texture into something drier and more woody. It does develop a gentle woody undercurrent reminiscent of lentisque and pine, which discreetly transforms the initial dewy texture into a drier, slightly powdery one. The dry-down anchors with Cashmeran and Ambroxan—mostly Ambroxan, feels like a gust of salty air from outside, and simply aerates the greenery without leaving a bitter chemical aftertaste. Perfumer Lyn Harris, who composed the scent after founding her own brand Perfumer H in 2015, describes it as a forest painting.
For the full breakdown of notes and comparisons, explore our Trudon II DEUX notes & scent guide.
How Does DEUX Compare to Trudon II DEUX?
DEUX captures the aromatic DNA of Trudon II DEUX—the vivid green fig-leaf opening, the piercingly fresh pine and juniper heart, and the salty, woody musk dry-down driven by Ambroxan and Cashmeran. Our impression replicates the vegetal greenness and the subtle incense thread that runs throughout the original. Because we formulate at EDP concentration (20–30% perfume oil ratio), the roll-on format in Fractionated Coconut Oil offers extended skin adhesion, often outlasting the original's moderate sillage. DEUX is designed for those who want the niche complexity of a Lyn Harris composition without the luxury price point.
Who Is Trudon II DEUX For?
Trudon II DEUX is for the modern minimalist who craves green, intelligent fragrances that feel like a solitary forest hike rather than a crowded garden party. It suits perfume lovers drawn to vegetal, aromatic compositions—those who appreciate Diptyque Philosykos or Byredo's green portfolio but want something drier, less sweet, and more coniferous. Ideal for spring and summer daywear, it also appeals to unisex wearers who avoid florals and gourmands in favour of fresh, natural, and slightly austere scent profiles.
What Fragrances Is Trudon II DEUX Frequently Compared To?
- Diptyque Philosykos — both are fig-forward, though Philosykos emphasises milky, coconutty facets while Trudon II DEUX leans into sharper, greener fig leaf
- Annick Goutal Ninfeo Mio — shares citrusy greenness, though reviewers note DEUX avoids the sour cassis undertone
- Oriza L. Legrand Déjà Le Printemps — similar dewy, vegetal green character with minty nuances
- Our WOOD-CITRUS MURMUR (Aesop Breathless impression) offers a comparable woody-citrus structure for green fragrance devotees
