Royal Lion Exclusive No. II
Built for anyone who appreciates sharp freshness paired with subtle warmth, this unisex fragrance delivers a confident, put-together aura without shouting across the room. The initial burst of lemon and zesty artemisia feels like splashing cool water on your face on a bright summer morning. As the scent warms up, rich black currant and pink pepper mingle with dry vetiver to create a crisp, professional character. It fits active professionals, college students, and lovers of modern aromatic colognes who want a versatile signature scent for daytime errands, casual social gatherings, or professional office meetings.
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Longevity ranges between 6 and 8 hours on skin, easily reaching 10 to 12 hours on cotton shirts and jacket cuffs. Projection radiates out to two or three feet for the first 90 minutes before settling into a soft, one-foot personal scent bubble for the rest of the workday.
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The scent profile is defined by a bright clash of sparkling grapefruit, crisp lime, and tart green apple that slowly transitions into an aromatic bed of cedar, earthy vetiver, and clean leather. It feels refreshing, outdoorsy, and crisp, like clean laundry dried in a breeze blowing through a pine orchard.
Main Accords
10 MAPPEDThe dominant aromatic and citrus accords hit the skin with a brisk, tonic-like snap before yielding to dry cedar and smoky vetiver after two hours. In the late dry-down, warm amber and smooth benzoin take over, softening the woody base with a subtle resinous sweetness that clings intimately to the skin.
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It looks easiest to wear in spring and fall. The vote picture leans most toward daytime. It makes the most sense for work and casual wear.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Crisp, energizing citrus opening of grapefruit, bergamot, and lime
Extremely versatile profile that works in any office or casual setting
Pleasing heart of tart apple, black currant, and juniper berries
Dependable 6 to 8 hour longevity suitable for normal workdays
Clean cedar and vetiver dry-down that stays inoffensive around colleagues
Great warm-weather performance that never feels heavy or sticky
Accessible pricing compared to high-end luxury citrus colognes
Light leather and benzoin base adds subtle warmth on skin
Easy dumb-reach choice for spring and summer mornings
Polite arm-length projection that avoids choking out shared rooms
Unisex appeal that suits anyone who likes crisp aromatic scents
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Initial opening blast carries a slightly sharp, synthetic edge
Lacks the deep natural ambergris richness of Roja Elysium
Projection drops to a close skin scent after the two-hour mark
Not punchy or sweet enough for winter nights or noisy parties
Can smell slightly generic to experienced niche perfume collectors
Citrus top notes fade relatively quickly in dry outdoor heat
Leather note in the base is very subtle and barely perceptible
Requires 5 to 6 sprays if you want noticeable sillage past noon
Limited brand recognition and sparse independent community reviews
May feel too clean and traditional for fans of sweet modern gourmands
Atomizer distribution can spray heavily in concentrated bursts
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Royal Lion Exclusive No. II: A Crisp Citrus And Woody Workhorse”
Spraying Royal Lion Exclusive No. II delivers an immediate shock of tart citrus that hits the nose with real energy. Zesty grapefruit and bitter lime take center stage alongside bergamot, backed by a dry green pinch of artemisia and herbal thyme. It smells like cutting open chilled citrus fruit on a clean wooden cutting board on a sunny morning. The opening has a bright punch that feels crisp and revitalizing rather than overly sugary.
After about twenty minutes, the sharp citrus edge softens into a juicy, aromatic midsection. Crisp green apple and dark black currant emerge to add a pleasant fruity sweetness, balanced by the spicy crackle of pink pepper. Juniper berries and subtle jasmine petals give the core an airy, pine-tinged freshness that keeps the fruit from feeling heavy. This stage smells clean and active, like walking through a sunlit pine grove while holding a basket of fresh berries.
As the fragrance reaches the two-hour mark, the deeper wood and resin base notes take control. Earthy vetiver and dry pencil-shaving cedar provide a solid backbone that reins in the lingering fruit notes. A gentle touch of soft leather and sweet benzoin adds warmth underneath, rounding off any remaining tartness. The dry-down never turns cloying, settling into a comfortable cedar and amber foundation that smells remarkably neat.
On warm skin, the transition from aromatic citrus to woody amber feels smooth and orderly. The herbal qualities of galbanum and thyme linger surprisingly well into the mid wear, preventing the cedar from turning flat or powdery. If you wear it on hot summer days, the bright lemon and grapefruit notes stay lively for an extra half hour before giving way to the fresh vetiver and labdanum skin scent.
In terms of performance, this bottle behaves like a dependable daily workhorse. You can expect around 6 to 8 hours of total longevity on bare skin, with the first 2 hours projecting about an arm-length away. It creates a polite scent bubble that works wonderfully in cramped offices, university lecture halls, and casual warm-weather gatherings. You will never have to worry about overwhelming coworkers or friends in close quarters.
This scent is a great match for practical fragrance fans who want a versatile, high-energy profile without paying niche luxury prices. While the opening blast carries a fleeting synthetic edge, the pleasant blend of juniper berries, cedar, and vetiver delivers consistent everyday appeal. It earns a solid recommendation for anyone building a reliable spring and summer rotation for work and weekends.
FAQs
What does the opening of Royal Lion Exclusive No. II smell like?+
The fragrance opens with an immediate burst of tart grapefruit, zesty lemon, bitter lime, and bergamot. A green pinch of artemisia and herbal thyme cuts through the citrus juice, creating a sharp, tonic-like sensation that smells like slicing fresh fruit on a clean pine table in the morning sunlight.
How does the fragrance transition from the heart to the dry-down?+
Within twenty minutes, the citrus bite softens as crisp apple, black currant, and piney juniper berries take over the midsection. As hours pass, the fruitiness steps back, revealing an earthy, dry base of vetiver and cedar smoothed out by a gentle layer of amber, benzoin, and soft leather.
What is the longevity of Royal Lion Exclusive No. II on skin versus clothes?+
On bare skin, you can expect between 6 and 8 hours of reliable wear before it becomes a faint trace. When sprayed onto fabric like a cotton dress shirt or jacket, the woody cedar, labdanum, and amber base can easily linger for 10 to 12 hours without souring.
How strong is the sillage and projection radius?+
During the first 90 minutes to two hours, the projection pushes out around two to three feet, creating a crisp, noticeable scent bubble. After the two-hour mark, it pulls closer to the body, leaving a subtle one-foot trail of aromatic juniper and cedar that coworkers will only notice when standing nearby.
What season and temperature range suit this fragrance best?+
This perfume performs best in moderate to warm weather between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit during spring and summer. The brisk citrus, herbs, and vetiver bloom cleanly in mild heat, whereas freezing winter temperatures tend to mute the sparkling top notes and flatten the delicate fruity middle accords.
Is Royal Lion Exclusive No. II appropriate for the office and casual wear?+
Yes, it is practically tailor-made for professional office wear and casual daytime outings. Its clean aromatic character smells fresh and well-groomed rather than sweet or cloying, ensuring you will never irritate colleagues at work or friends during a casual weekend brunch.
Does Royal Lion Exclusive No. II lean masculine or feminine?+
The fragrance is officially unisex, though its crisp blend of citrus, thyme, cedarwood, and vetiver leans slightly masculine in the traditional barbershop sense. However, the juicy sweetness of apple, rose, and black currant ensures that anyone who enjoys clean aromatic scents can comfortably pull it off.
How does Royal Lion Exclusive No. II compare to Roja Parfums Elysium?+
Both fragrances share a nearly identical note architecture centered around grapefruit, black currant, juniper berries, and smoky vetiver. While Roja Elysium offers superior ingredient smoothness and a richer natural ambergris base, this Royal Lion edition delivers a very similar fresh profile at a significantly lower, accessible price point.
What concentration is this perfume and does it offer good value?+
Presented as an eau de parfum, it offers very solid value for shoppers seeking the upscale aromatic citrus aesthetic on a realistic budget. While you trade off the artisanal blending of high-end luxury houses, the 6 to 8 hours of performance make it a sensible daily investment.
What other scent families or notes layer well with it?+
Simple woody or pure ambroxan base fragrances layer wonderfully with this scent, giving its citrus top notes extra staying power. You can also pair it with a light, linear vanilla lotion to enhance the benzoin and labdanum in the base, adding cozy sweetness for cooler evening wear.
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Dupes & Alternatives
COMMUNITY DUPESCOREThis fragrance heavily mirrors Roja Parfums Elysium Pour Homme Parfum Cologne with its signature mix of grapefruit, black currant, and vetiver, though it lacks the ultra-fine natural ingredients of the original. Alexandria Fragrances Zion and Afnan Supremacy Not Only Intense offer comparable fresh-fruity vibes with slightly denser fruitiness.
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