The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Composed by perfumer Elise Pierre, Cedro opens with a lively blend of mandarin orange, bergamot, citron, and elemi resin. The citrus notes create a bright, energetic start, while the resin adds a subtle depth that keeps the opening from feeling purely sharp. As the fragrance develops, blackcurrant introduces darker fruitiness, balanced by the herbal character of thyme and the soft texture of suede. Neroli adds a luminous quality to the heart, giving the composition a fresh floral accent without taking over the brighter citrus notes. Moss and patchouli then shape the drydown, bringing an earthy, mossy quality to the scent. Cedro feels vivid and textured from the first impression, gradually settling into a balanced expression of fruit, greenery, soft suede, moss, and earth.
The composition gets its character from friction. Citrus notes supply the flash, but elemi resin adds a resinous counterpoint instead of letting the opening become simple peel and fizz. Blackcurrant places a dark, fruity accent beside neroli's floral brightness, while suede introduces a tactile, almost worn-in quality without becoming heavy. Thyme keeps the heart aromatic and lightly herbal. Down below, moss and patchouli anchor the freshness in a more tactile base, so the final impression is earthy rather than purely clean. It's the kind of contrast that makes a citrus scent feel less expected.
The evolution
The opening arrives with a confident citrus flash: mandarin orange, bergamot, and citron bring brightness, while elemi resin gives it a faintly resinous edge. On skin, that brightness gives way to blackcurrant's darker fruitiness, followed by the soft texture of suede and the herbal lift of thyme. The fruit notes add a rounded, juicy dimension, while thyme keeps the heart from becoming overly sweet or soft. Neroli contributes a luminous floral note that connects with the citrus opening and gives the composition a more layered center. As the fragrance settles, moss and patchouli create an earthy, mossy base. The drydown becomes quieter and more grounded, with the brighter notes gradually taking on a softer role behind suede, greenery, and earth. Cedro wears from a lively opening into a more tactile, contemplative finish, revealing different facets as its profile changes over time.
Cultural impact
Cedro is a bright, wearable citrus aromatic built around contrasts. Its opening combines mandarin orange, bergamot, and citron with the faintly resinous character of elemi resin, creating a lively first impression. The heart adds darker fruitiness through blackcurrant, alongside the herbal lift of thyme and the soft texture of suede. Neroli gives the composition a luminous floral accent, while moss and patchouli bring an earthy, mossy depth to the drydown. The scent is compelling because it moves easily between fresh and tactile impressions without settling into a single-note profile.
The House
TuttotondoTuttotondo offers a line of travel‑inspired fragrances and toiletries that celebrate everyday moments. The brand lives under the Beauty San S.p.A. umbrella, a company with more than twenty‑five years in cosmetics and haute parfumerie. Each scent draws on a specific Italian locale, from the alpine herbs of Erbe Alpine to the citrus‑bright notes of Spritz Veneziano. Products are crafted entirely in Italy, using ingredients that echo the regions they reference. The collection balances familiar comforts with subtle discoveries, inviting users to pause and notice the world around them.
The Creator
Elise PierreElise brings technical precision to emotionally resonant compositions. Her training in chemistry gives her confidence with synthetic materials, while her Normandy upbringing left her with an intuitive appreciation for natural ingredients, particularly those drawn from coastal…
