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Score
86/100

Comme des Garçons

Scent One: Hinoki

2008

Cypress, camphor, and hinoki — CDG's deeply Japanese woody, polarizing on the moldy-wood turn.

Scent One: Hinoki
woody
aromatic
fresh spicy

The take

What works

  • Cypress-camphor-black pepper natural calming wood unisex
  • Beautiful conifer-heavy CdG signature

Trade-offs

  • Sharp camphor-turpentine opening polarizes
  • Fleeting longevity for niche pricing

Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Within a foot
Sillage
Close trail

When to wear

Spring82%
Summer40%
Fall100%
Winter72%
Day94%
Night48%

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Scent One: Hinoki smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Aesop Hwyl (75%), Le Labo Eucalyptus 20 (67%), Jo Malone London Hinoki & Cedarwood (53%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Scent One: Hinoki last?

4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity at 52/100) with moderate projection.

When should you wear Scent One: Hinoki?

Strongest in fall and spring, daytime-leaning.

Is Scent One: Hinoki worth it?

At this price, yes for this tier. Cypress-camphor-black pepper natural calming wood unisex. Beautiful conifer-heavy CdG signature.