Safari Perfume by Ralph Lauren For Men

About the Safari Perfume for Men

Ralph Lauren Safari Perfume is a woody aromatic fragrance for men, launched in 1992 with citrus, lavender, aromatic herbs, warm spices, leather and woods. Its fresh, spicy and earthy scent suits him for office wear, dinners, social occasions and cooler-weather use.

This men’s perfume is an Eau De Toilette Spray (EDT), giving it a lighter concentration than a typical Eau De Parfum Spray (EDP) while retaining the character of a traditional men’s cologne. It opens with citrus, lavender and aromatic notes, develops through herbs and warm spices, then settles into leather, oakmoss, sandalwood and patchouli.

Safari Fragrance Profile & Notes

Safari belongs to the woody aromatic fragrance family with herbal, spicy, leathery and mossy characteristics.

• Top notes: Bergamot, lemon, lavender, aldehydes, coriander, green notes, artemisia and neroli
• Heart notes: Tarragon, carnation, cinnamon, rose, jasmine and cyclamen
• Base notes: Leather, oakmoss, sandalwood, musk, cedar, patchouli and amber
• Fragrance family: Woody aromatic
• Concentration: Eau De Toilette Spray (EDT)
• Overall scent: Aromatic, woody, spicy, leathery, mossy

Performance & Longevity of Safari

• The Eau De Toilette Spray (EDT) typically provides around six to eight hours of wear, although longevity may vary with skin type, climate and application.
• Projection is usually moderate during the opening before becoming softer as the fragrance settles.
• The scent starts with citrus, lavender and aromatic herbs, moves through warm spices and florals, then dries down to leather, moss and woods.
• It works well for office wear, daytime outings, dinners, social occasions and cooler-weather use.
• Apply moderately to moisturised pulse points such as the neck and wrists, especially when wearing it indoors.
• As an EDT, it is lighter in concentration than an Eau De Parfum Spray (EDP) while retaining a full woody cologne profile.

What Does Safari Smell Like?

Safari smells aromatic, woody and spicy, opening with bergamot, lemon, lavender and green notes before tarragon, cinnamon and florals develop in the heart. Leather, oakmoss, sandalwood, patchouli, musk and amber create an earthy, warm and woody base.

Is Safari Long-Lasting?

Safari typically provides around six to eight hours of wear as an Eau De Toilette Spray (EDT). Performance may vary according to skin type, weather and application.

Is Safari Suitable for All Occasions?

Safari works well for office wear, daytime outings, dinners, social occasions and evening plans. Apply it lightly in warm weather, at work or in enclosed spaces where a softer scent is preferred.

Can Safari Be Used by Both Men and Women?

Safari is marketed as a men’s fragrance and is primarily intended for him. Women can also wear it if they enjoy aromatic herbs, leather, oakmoss and woody scents.

What Season Is Safari Best For?

Safari works particularly well during autumn, winter and cool spring weather because its spices, leather, moss and woods suit lower temperatures. It can also be worn during mild summer evenings with a lighter application.