{"id":1041,"date":"2023-01-28T19:22:45","date_gmt":"2023-01-29T03:22:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fragranceadvice.com\/?p=1041"},"modified":"2023-02-14T18:00:12","modified_gmt":"2023-02-15T02:00:12","slug":"polo-green-cologne-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fragranceadvice.com\/polo-green-cologne-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Polo Green Cologne Review: What Does it Smell Like?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Polo Ralph Lauren has been a customer favorite for over four decades since its initial release. While this fragrance definitely has staying power, when you hear about what\u2019s often affectionately called, Polo Green Cologne, you might wonder, \u2018what does it smell like?\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Initially released in 1978, Polo was one of the first fragrances released by Ralph Lauren. The other fragrance was Lauren, a fragrance for women. It\u2019s been reported that this was the first time that a fashion house simultaneously released fragrances<\/a>, one for a man and the other for a woman. They were solely introduced at Bloomingdales, where he had his own in-store boutique.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ralph Lauren company was launched in 1967, when he was permitted to introduce his own line of men\u2019s neckties while working for Beau Brummel. Apparel was introduced in 1971. After the fragrance line was launched in 1978, his home line was introduced in 1983.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Since 1997 Ralph Lauren has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. There are multiple lines and both mid-range and luxury products sold by the company. Many stand-alone store locations exist in major cities, like New York, London, and Chicago.<\/p>\n\n\n In keeping with Lauren\u2019s interest in sports, the polo theme is interwoven into the majority of Ralph Lauren product lines. <\/strong>But the founder summarizes his company this way<\/a>, \u201cWhat I do is about living the best life you can and enjoying the fullness of the life around you. From what you wear to the way you live to the way you love.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now approaching its fifth decade, interest in Polo green cologne is starting to wane but still remains strong in comparison to similar fragrances. Let\u2019s try to understand why it\u2019s sticking around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Polo by Ralph Lauren is a woody chypre fragrance formulated as an eau de toilette. Chypre describes a group of fragrances with the same general fragrance categories on the top, middle, and base layers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Chypre fragrances begin with citrus notes on the top, musky or resinous middle notes, and mossy base notes.<\/strong> There can be variation on all layers, but these three scent categories will appear in some way when you smell a chypre fragrance. So, this is something to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additional points to consider involve the masculinity of this fragrance, its fragrance strength, pricing, and a possible shift in its scent formula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Polo would not be categorized as a unisex fragrance. It heavily leans towards the masculine end of the spectrum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The ideal customer for this fragrance would be someone who\u2019s looking for a classic male fragrance – a scent that\u2019s unmistakably masculine.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Polo\u2019s woody and chypre notes are not softened with sweet or powdery scents nor made less intense in any way. This is a full force fragrance that exudes confidence and helps you feel refreshed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As an eau de toilette, it would be common for Polo Green to last minimally two hours and up to four hours total. This is due to the fact that there\u2019s typically 5% – 15% fragrance oil in eau de toilettes<\/a>, making them less intense or lasting than an eau de parfum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But Polo by Ralph Lauren lasts much longer than the typical eau de toilette. Its fragrance strength doesn\u2019t restrict its performance.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Because this is a classic fragrance that\u2019s made by a company that\u2019s synonymous with luxury, you should also expect to be charged a moderately high price to obtain this fragrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ralph Lauren fragrances aren\u2019t as expensive as a company like Creed or Tom Ford, but it\u2019s pricier than Nautica and Cremo<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even though Ralph Lauren has multiple brand tiers, even their mid-range lines are more expensive than the average-priced fashion or fragrance house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to customer feedback, many of them feel that the scent has changed in recent years. Some of them report that the fragrance used to last for ten hours or more and now they\u2019d be happy if it lasted for five hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s a lot that can be said about this. First of all, fragrances that\u2019ve been in existence for decades do change. Sometimes the ingredients that could be used in the 70s or 80s without a problem are no longer categorized as safe for cosmetic use by either the government or other regulatory agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Oakmoss is one such ingredient. Current research indicates<\/a> that oakmoss causes or triggers skin sensitivities, called contact dermatitis.<\/strong> A rash can form on your skin post-contact. In this case, the fragrance industry took precautionary action against its use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Since 2009, use of oakmoss has been restricted for any perfumer associated with the International Fragrance Association – of which 90 percent of all fragrances are produced. Associated perfumers now use a synthetic version of the original fragrance oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even though synthetic fragrance oils are inspired by botanical ingredients it\u2019s impossible for them to be exactly like the original.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Customers who are more sensitive to ingredient changes – those who can \u2018sniff it out’, so to speak, might not be wrong about the change, but it\u2019s also possible that they don\u2019t understand that sometimes such changes are necessary and unpreventable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, Polo is an eau de toilette, so if the scent is weaker and only lasts for five hours, it still has more longevity than most eau de toilette fragrances.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n For every complaint that I read about changes to this fragrance, there were the same number of people or more who\u2019ve been wearing the scent for decades and still love it, anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it was initially launched in 1978, this fragrance was, and still is actually called Polo by Ralph Lauren. But over the years, Ralph Lauren released Polo Blue, Polo Red, Polo Red Extreme, and Polo Black and Double Black.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Each fragrance bottle color is the same as its name. Although Polo preceded these three colors, it\u2019s still a fresh, green fragrance that\u2019s always been presented in a green bottle, therefore, it\u2019s referred to as Polo Green even though that\u2019s not its official name.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Polo Green is a timeless cologne that\u2019s endured the fragrance market for close to five decades. Its enduring presence is a huge benefit because if you try this fragrance and come to like it as your signature scent, you can be almost certain that you can continue to wear it for decades to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The three most common bottle sizes that I found were:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Smaller bottles are unavailable on the Ralph Lauren website, but various bottle sizes are still available in department stores and through online retailers. You can even still find gift sets that include two bottle sizes along with deodorant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The smallest bottle is perfect for travel. The larger bottle is a great gift idea for someone who wears this scent religiously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Earlier I mentioned that Polo is a woody chypre scent, but I didn\u2019t delve into which scents comprise each fragrance layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ralph Lauren offers a general overview of Polo\u2019s scent profile. They describe it as<\/a> a blend of \u201cwood, leather, and other natural scents.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Key fragrance notes can be found in other places online. One such description is below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Top Layer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Middle Layer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Base Layer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While more detailed than the Ralph Lauren description, these layers are less detailed than another source I found, which includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Top Layer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Middle Layer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Base Layer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There is definitely overlap amongst these descriptions but also significant differences. This could be a matter of discretion on part of Ralph Lauren. Use of the phrase, \u201cother natural scents\u201d could describe any number of additional fragrance notes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n But these variations by source might also be reflective of customer complaints about Polo Green formula changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Regardless, it\u2019s clear that this is truly a woody chypre fragrance because bergamot is on the top layer, pine is a resinous fragrance in the middle layer, and oak moss is one of the base notes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n What you can be certain of is that Polo Green is woody, leathery, and has additional natural fragrances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Polo Green lasts long, even as an eau de toilette. If you apply it during the day, it will last well into the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Projection can be strong, so you\u2019ll want to start by applying the spray to one or two pulse points in order to gauge how this scent projects off of your skin.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Best worn in winter or fall, you can get away with wearing Polo Green during spring, but I would avoid spraying it on during summer months. Too much heat can cause the spicy, leathery, and woody notes of this scent to become overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Polo\u2019s sillage leaves a moderate to strong trail, depending on the weather and your body chemistry.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Polo Green is a conventional fragrance used by men around the world. Some of them begin using this fragrance as adolescents or teens as a sort of rite of passage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s simply a classic fragrance to keep in your collection. And its iconic green glass bottle with gold metal cap adds depth and variety to your fragrance display.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to wear a unique fragrance that helps you stand out from the crowd, then Polo is not the scent for you. But if you want a refreshing manly fragrance that can be worn on most days, then Polo Green is the perfect solution.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Not only can Polo Green easily be worn as a signature scent, but it\u2019s also very accessible, meaning that you can replenish your supply without having to hunt or haggle for a new bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s not difficult to find customers raving about Polo Green. Although it\u2019s an older scent, it\u2019s still a timeless classic that\u2019s purchased time and again – typically by individuals who\u2019ve worn it for decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This scent is definitely not for those who dislike fresh, earthy fragrances. Some customers describe it as smelling like pine trees and dung. If you dislike the smell of a walk through the woods, you probably won\u2019t like Polo Green.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some people smell this fragrance on others and get an instant headache. The scent combination simply isn\u2019t for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As one wearer mentioned, this is a scent that you either love or hate. There are few people who are on the fence about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scent is highly subjective. Some people are drawn to traditionally male fragrances, and others are not. This short list will offer you alternative scents that are similar to and different from Polo Green.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No products found.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThings to Consider Before Buying Polo by Ralph Lauren<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Highly Masculine Scent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fragrance Strength<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Pricing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Possible Formulation Change<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Why Polo Green?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Features & Benefits of Polo Green Cologne<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Fragrance Availability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Polo Green Fragrance Profile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Polo Green Scent Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Benefits of Wearing this Fragrance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Polo Green Cologne Social Proof<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Favorable Feedback about Polo Green Cologne<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Unfavorable Feedback about Polo Green Cologne<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Alternatives to Polo Green Cologne<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Polo Intense by Ralph Lauren<\/h3>\n\n\n\n