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Best In Grooming Awards 2025: Fragrance

From an all-over balm that melts into skin to intoxicating, smoky notes perfect for date nights, these selects will have people asking him, “What are you wearing?”
Best In Grooming Awards 2025: Fragrance
Photography by Aijani Payne; Styling by Marcus Allen for ESSENCE
By Stixx Mathews · Updated December 9, 2025
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BLEU DE Chanel All-Over Fragrance Balm
Inspired by the renowned brand’s award-winning scent, this balm moisturizes and softens skin, and has an alluring mix of citrus and woody notes. Available at chanel.com
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Coach For Men Eau De Parfum
Opening with a blend of citrus and pear, this cologne evolves into an earthy, dry down of vetiver and suede that leaves quite the impression. Available at coach.com
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D.S. & Durga GolfJazz Eau de Parfum
Whether he’s an avid golfer, a jazz aficionado or both, this pick gives him permission to dream of a scene where the smell of grass and leather makes sense. Available at dsanddurga.com
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Tom Ford Eau D’Ombre Leather
Meet a bold fragrance with notes of ginger, coriander and cardamom, reminiscent of a scent journey through the American West. It’s perfect for the man who relishes a bit of adventure. Available at sephora.com
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Diptyque Bois Corsé Eau de Parfum
Marrying the intensity of pure coffee with the warmth of sandalwood, this is the choice for the one who appreciates his morning cup of joe. Available at diptyqueparis.com
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