keen edge
Two grapefruit notes, shiso, cardamom and citronella portray a sharp blade.
Perfumer: Hidenori Matsuno
Keen Edge portrays a sharp blade through bitter white grapefruit and sweeter pink grapefruit. Kilesa adds cardamom, citronella and shiso to evoke both the harder and softer qualities of steel.
White grapefruit, lemon, pink grapefruit, shiso and bergamot open with acidic and bitter peel beside greener leaves. Cardamom, citronella, geranium and rose create the heart. Cooler spice and aromatic grass meet flowers. Amber, musk, heliotrope and apple form the base, adding warmth, powder-like softness and fruit.
It suits a daytime setting when brighter citrus with herbal and spicy detail feels inviting. Different grapefruit impressions give the opening contrast, while the softer foundation introduces another texture. The rounded 50 mL clear-glass bottle carries a black cap and its name printed directly on the front.
