Italiano Nero vs Black XS L'Excès

Italiano Nero may feel familiar through the citrus, lavender and amber-patchouli direction of Black XS L'Excès for Him. Cypress adds a greener woody accent through the middle. Their listed openings and bases overlap, but don't establish a reliable difference in depth or strength.

How they compare

If you enjoy the amber and aromatic herbs in Black XS L'Excès, Italiano Nero is worth sampling. It’s still unclear exactly how they differ on skin.

Scent accords and expected performance: Italiano Nero compared with Black XS L'Excès
AlternativeItaliano NeroAccord or measureOriginalBlack XS L'Excès
Scent profile
Amber
Earthy
Aromatic
Fresh
Citrus
Sweet
Performance
ModerateProjectionModerate
Very long-lasting9+ hrsLongevityLong-lasting6–9 hrs
Key differences
  • Less earthinessEstimated 3 out of 5 for Italiano Nero, 4 for Black XS L'Excès.
  • Longer longevityEstimated very long-lasting for Italiano Nero, long-lasting for Black XS L'Excès.
Reading this chart

Estimated prominence, from 1 (a background trace) to 5 (defining). Hour ranges vary by wearer. About these scores

Performance notes

Based on community wear reports. Results vary by skin, application and batch.

Black XS L'Excès

Reviewed

Six-to-eight-hour review with decent diffusion versus short two-hour account.

Italiano Nero

Reviewed

Ten-to-twelve-hour accounts with moderate projection.

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