Deux
This episode explores Trudon Deux, a green woody aromatic perfume by Lyn Harris. It follows the official structure of green leaves, bitter orange, juniper, pine, cedarwood, and incense, explains the Deux and II naming, compares it with Philosykos, Hwyl, and Ninfeo Mio, and reads the fragrance as a transparent forest cologne rather than a sweet citrus scent.
#399 · 2026-06-22
Fragrance Basics and First Impression
This episode explores Trudon Deux, a 2017 green woody aromatic perfume created by Lyn Harris. The current official page uses the name Deux, while II remains common in fragrance references. Both names point to the idea of two, and the official theme describes a green note that unites. The first impression is not sweet orange juice, but damp green leaves and bitter orange peel at the entrance to a cool forest.
Perfumer and Brand Background
Trudon is one of the historic French candle houses, with roots going back to 1643. That candle heritage matters because Deux carries a subtle memory of rooms, wax, and smoke without becoming heavy. Lyn Harris brings a clear, material-focused style: the fragrance feels composed through leaf moisture, conifer air, dry wood, and a fine incense thread rather than through dense sweetness or ornament.
Scent Analysis
The official top notes are green leaves and bitter orange. They create a moist, cool, slightly bitter opening. The heart is juniper and pine, where the perfume moves from citrus cologne brightness into coniferous woodland. The base is cedarwood and incense. Cedar gives clean dry timber, while incense adds a thin atmospheric smoke. The progression is quiet but legible: wet green leaves, cool pine forest, then dry wood and smoke.
Comparisons and Positioning
Compared with Diptyque Philosykos, Deux is less about fig fruit, milky sap, and rounded leaves, and more about juniper, pine, cedar, and incense. Compared with Aesop Hwyl, it is not as dark, smoky, or temple-like; the bitter orange and green leaves keep morning light in the composition. Compared with Annick Goutal Ninfeo Mio, it moves away from a Mediterranean garden toward a quieter conifer forest.
Buying Guide
The official US page lists Deux Perfume 100ml at $290, while several sources also mention travel-size formats and regional pricing. The important choice is less about concentration variants and more about volume and wearing style. It is best tested on skin, because some wearers find it moderate and close, while others notice a longer woody-musky trail.
Wearing Experience
Deux works well in spring, early summer, and autumn, especially on cool or damp days. It suits white shirts, linen, light knitwear, galleries, reading, quiet work, and close conversations. People who enjoy green, woody, aromatic, and forest perfumes may find it clean and memorable. People looking for strong sweetness, heavy amber, or major projection may find it too restrained.
