Devil In Disguise
Tailored for wearers who prefer tart botanicals over sweet designer colognes, this perfume brings an energetic, outdoor mood to bright days. It suits anyone seeking an invigorating signature that stays crisp in warm temperatures without turning soapy. The lively introduction of rhubarb leaf and pungent ginger cuts through sticky air, creating an alert mental reset. Later in the day, neroli petals and woody patchouli offer a quiet, shaded balance that keeps the profile polite in close quarters. It feels natural on sunny weekend walks, during outdoor brunches, or in casual creative offices where heavy vanilla scents feel out of place. Those who appreciate dry greenery and subtle musk will find it a refreshing change of pace.
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Performance Metrics
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Longevity is moderate for most wearers, supported by 29 community votes in the 3 to 6 hour range, though 15 voters report long-lasting results and 15 describe it as weak or very weak. Sillage is largely moderate to intimate, with 39 and 28 votes respectively. The fragrance pushes outward nicely during its first hour before settling into a discreet, personal scent bubble.
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The scent profile is centered on aromatic greenery and tart, unsweetened fruitiness. Rhubarb leaf and ginger open the composition with an astringent, zesty punch. Magnolia and neroli provide a gentle floral bridge, leading down into a grounded dry-down of earthy vetiver, woody patchouli, and clean musk.
Main Accords
9 MAPPEDAromatic and green accords strike first with sharp, vegetal brightness, accompanied by a quick rush of fresh spicy warmth and tart fruitiness. As the energetic opening recedes, subtle floral and citrus nuances smooth out the edges. The base accords of earthy patchouli, clean musk, and dry woods slowly take over, creating a restrained, quiet dry-down.
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It looks easiest to wear in fall and spring. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Crisp, distinctive rhubarb leaf opening provides an energizing start
Refreshing alternative to traditional sweet citrus summer colognes
Smooth transition from sharp greenery into soft neroli and magnolia
Dry, earthy vetiver base maintains a clean and professional feel
Well-suited for daytime wear in spring and high summer temperatures
True unisex appeal that wears comfortably across all styles
Discreet sillage makes it safe for shared office spaces
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Longevity is modest, with many wearers reporting fading after a few hours
Vegetal, sour rhubarb profile may polarize fans of sweeter scents
Top notes subside quickly into a quiet skin scent
Higher retail price feels steep given the modest lasting power
Lacks sufficient depth or warmth for cold winter weather
Intimate dry-down will disappoint those seeking heavy projection
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Mark Buxton Devil In Disguise Review: Crisp Rhubarb And Earthy Vetiver”
The opening of Devil In Disguise by Mark Buxton delivers an immediate jolt of tart, bitter greenery. The fragrance leads with a crisp rhubarb leaf note that smells distinctly vegetal, resembling fresh garden stalks snapped in half under the morning sun. Piquant ginger cuts through immediately, adding a sharp, spicy fizz that elevates the green tartness without introducing sugary sweetness. It is a bracing introduction that feels vivid, raw, and unapologetically botanical.
As that brisk initial snap softens, the composition transitions toward a calmer floral core. Rather than presenting a heavy sweetness, gentle magnolia brings a subtle, waxy creaminess, while neroli provides a sheer, sunlit citrus facet that tempers the sharpness of the rhubarb. The scent never turns sticky or powdery. Instead, the dry-down gradually uncovers a quiet base of vetiver and patchouli. Grassy, earthy textures emerge beneath the fading greenery, anchored by a light, clean musk that keeps the finish polished and understated against the skin.
Aromatic and green accords dominate the foreground during the initial hour, creating a leafy, fresh spicy presence with a mouthwatering sour edge. By the second hour, the citrus and floral accords smooth out the prickly rhubarb stalks, turning the aura rounder and softer. Into the third and fourth hours, the woody, earthy base takes over. The scent shifts from an outgoing, dew-soaked garden into a restrained skin scent where dry vetiver roots and clean musk hum quietly in the background.
Performance lands squarely in the moderate tier. Community votes show 29 wearers getting moderate longevity of 3 to 6 hours, while 15 report long-lasting results and 15 find it weak or very weak. Projection votes point to moderate sillage with 39 votes, alongside 28 intimate votes. In practice, the perfume projects nicely for the first hour before hovering close to the body. Community seasonal votes favor summer with 100 votes and spring with 72 votes. That brisk profile makes it an easy pick for warm office days, outdoor lunches, or relaxed weekend errands where heavy fragrances become suffocating.
This perfume suits people who appreciate dry, vegetal aromas and want an unsweetened alternative to standard citrus colognes. Fans of crisp green leaves and rooty vetiver will find plenty to enjoy here. On the other hand, anyone seeking sweet fruits, rich gourmand warmth, or room-filling sillage should skip it. The astringent rhubarb leaf can feel overly sour to noses accustomed to confectionary blends, and the quick drop in projection may disappoint lovers of dense perfumes.
Devil In Disguise succeeds as a distinct, revitalizing daytime fragrance with an offbeat botanical personality. While its moderate staying power means you may want a mid-afternoon refresh, the balance of tart rhubarb leaf and earthy vetiver offers genuine character. It is an easy recommendation to sample first for anyone building a warm-weather wardrobe around crisp, green aromatics.
FAQs
What does Devil In Disguise smell like?+
Devil In Disguise smells like tart, freshly snapped rhubarb leaf blended with zesty ginger, soft florals, and dry vetiver. The scent begins with a bitter green, piquant burst before revealing gentle neroli and magnolia petals. It finishes on a base of earthy patchouli, clean musk, and grassy woods, completely avoiding syrupy sweetness.
How long does Devil In Disguise last?+
Devil In Disguise typically lasts between 3 and 6 hours on the skin. Community votes confirm this moderate longevity, with 29 wearers rating it moderate and 15 rating it long lasting, while 15 find it weak or very weak. Reviewers frequently note that its vibrant rhubarb opening fades within the first hour into a subtle woody base.
How strong is the projection of Devil In Disguise?+
Devil In Disguise features moderate projection that quickly becomes an intimate scent bubble. Out of 104 community sillage votes, 39 rate it moderate and 28 rate it intimate. Wearers report that it projects nicely for the initial hour before staying close to the skin, making it polite and unobtrusive in shared indoor spaces.
Is Devil In Disguise for men or women?+
Devil In Disguise is an authentic unisex fragrance that suits anyone who loves crisp, green aromas. Community votes reflect a solid unisex consensus, with 27 voters categorizing it as unisex against only 7 leaning feminine and 21 leaning masculine. Its tart rhubarb leaf, herbal neroli, and dry vetiver structure carries no gender bias.
What season is best to wear Devil In Disguise?+
Devil In Disguise is best suited for warm spring and summer weather. Community season votes place summer first with 100 votes and spring second with 72 votes, compared to just 23 for winter. The crisp rhubarb leaf and aromatic ginger provide an invigorating, cooling effect that thrives in bright, warm daytime conditions.
What perfumes are similar to Devil In Disguise?+
Devil In Disguise is most frequently compared to Aedes de Venustas Signature and Comme des Garcons Series 5 Sherbet: Rhubarb. While Aedes de Venustas shares a tart rhubarb signature crafted with perfumer connections, it is smokier and deeper with incense. By contrast, Comme des Garcons offers a lighter, sparkling fruit soda impression.
Is Devil In Disguise suitable for office and work wear?+
Yes, Devil In Disguise is an excellent fragrance choice for the workplace. Its restrained sillage and dry, botanical character keep it fresh and unobtrusive around colleagues. Because it relies on crisp rhubarb leaf, subtle neroli, and clean vetiver rather than heavy sweetness or dark spices, it remains professional all day.
How does the opening of Devil In Disguise compare to its dry-down?+
The opening of Devil In Disguise is sharp and bracingly sour, whereas the dry-down is dry, earthy, and gentle. The first minutes showcase tart rhubarb leaf and spicy ginger. As wear progresses, those piquant top notes fade into soft floral magnolia and a calm base of vetiver, patchouli, and clean musk.
Is Devil In Disguise worth buying as a blind buy?+
Devil In Disguise is not recommended as a blind buy and should be sampled first. Community price-value votes lean conservative, with 15 voters rating it ok and 15 calling it overpriced or way overpriced. Furthermore, the bitter, vegetal nature of rhubarb leaf and the perfume's modest longevity may not satisfy shoppers expecting sweet profiles.
How should you apply Devil In Disguise for best results?+
Apply Devil In Disguise generously to pulse points like the neck, wrists, and inner elbows. Because wearers report that the bright rhubarb top notes fade rapidly, applying four to six sprays helps extend its aromatic presence. Carrying a small travel atomizer for a mid-afternoon refresh is also recommended by regular wearers.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREWearers frequently compare Devil In Disguise to Aedes de Venustas Signature, another rhubarb-forward creation that shares perfumer ties but leans richer, smokier, and more incense-heavy. Comme des Garcons Series 5 Sherbet: Rhubarb offers a sweeter, more effervescent fruit soda interpretation with less earthy grounding. Byredo Pulp provides an alternative for fruit lovers, though it presents a dense, ripe, and heavy fig profile rather than the dry, vegetal, and grassy vetiver character found here.
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