Scent Description

1445 is fresh and aromatic fragrance which shares much in common with a classic Fougère, although slightly less green due to the absence of Oakmoss. In addition to the classic Fougère elements of Lemon, Lavender, and Coumarin, the use of Tarragon adds a uniquely herbaceous dimension which is further deepened by the subtle bitterness of Petitgrain, then mellowed by the lusciousness of Clove in the base. The overall effect is a complex, somewhat atypical scent, which is slightly daring but smacks of sophistication. The perfect scent for a distinguished gentleman who exhibits taste and panache, which can be worn day or night, in any setting.    

Scent Notes

Top Notes: Petitgrain, Lemon
Heart Notes: Tarragon, Lavender
Base Notes: Vetiver, Clove, Patchouli

About Castle Forbes

The Castle Forbes brand was started by Lady Jinny Forbes of the Forbes Clan of Scotland in 1996 with her friend Andrew French, a professional fragrance creator. Castle Forbes in Aberdeenshire is the seat of the Forbes Clan and was completed in 1815 by James Ochanar, the 17th Lord Forbes. Today, the 23rd Lord Forbes, Malcom, lives in the castle with Jinny who converted a dairy building at the back of the estate into a perfumery. All of its products continue be produced on the estate and have grown to include a full line of shaving creams, aftershave balms, and EDPs. The brand is reknown for its unique fragrances made from essential oils and high performing soft shaving creams. 

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Castle Forbes 1445 soap

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Scent Strength: 8/10
Longevity: 6/10
Scent Family: Fresh
Subtype: Aromatic
Suitability: Date Night, Daytime, Evening, Home, Work
Inspiration: Unique
Country of Origin: UK
Menthol: Non-menthol
Companion Products: EDP, Aftershave Balm
Type: Cream

Base Description

The Castle Forbes base is somewhat unique in that it is a true cream similar to Taylor of Old Bond Street. Despite being a cream, only a small brush load produces a voluminous and well structured lather with high density, excellent stability, good slickness, and strong cushion. A vegan base built primarily on Stearic Acid, Myrstic Acid, and Coconunt Acid, it includes Glycerin and Aloe Vera which add slickness and lusciousness, and also includes a few synthetic ingredients such as Potassium Sorbate, a preservative, Triethanolamine, an emulsifier, and Diproprylene Glycol, a solvent. Although not an all-natural formula, the lather it produces feels rich and luxurious, with a soothing and well-moisturized post-shave feel. 

Lather Properties

Cushion: 8/10
Density: 8/10
Slickness: 7/10
Stability: 8/10
Lather Type: Structured
Base Name: Castle Forbes
Skin Food: Glycerin, Aloe

Notes

Top Notes: Petitgrain, Lemon
Heart Notes: Tarragon, Lavender
Base Notes: Vetiver, Clove, Patchouli

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Stearic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera), Myristic Acid, Coconut Acid, Glycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Dipropylene Glycol, Parfum (Fragrance), Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Citronellal, Triethanolamine, Potassium Sorbate, Limonene, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Eugenol, Hydroxycitronellal, Citral, Coumarin, Geraniol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Cinnamate

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Castle Forbes 1445 aftershave

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Scent Description

1445 is fresh and aromatic fragrance which shares much in common with a classic Fougère, although slightly less green due to the absence of Oakmoss. In addition to the classic Fougère elements of Lemon, Lavender, and Coumarin, the use of Tarragon adds a uniquely herbaceous dimension which is further deepened by the subtle bitterness of Petitgrain, then mellowed by the lusciousness of Clove in the base. The overall effect is a complex, somewhat atypical scent, which is slightly daring but smacks of sophistication. The perfect scent for a distinguished gentleman who exhibits taste and panache, which can be worn day or night, in any setting.

1445 is both an aftershave and a balm, and as such is thicker and more viscous than the average splash. Although, not an all natural formula the post-application feel is soothing and moisturizing, although slightly stickier than the average alcohol-based splash.     

Type: Splash
Scent Strength: 8/10
Longevity: 7/10
Inspiration: Unique
Suitability: Date Night, Daytime, Evening, Home, Work
Scent Family: Fresh
Subtype: Aromatic
Mentholation: Non-Menthol
Country: UK
Price: $$$$
Companion Products: EDP, Shave Soap
Skin Food: Aloe, Glycerin, Witch Hazel

Notes

Top Notes: Petitgrain, Lemon
Heart Notes: Tarragon, Lavendar
Base Notes: Vetiver, Clove, Patchouli

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Hammelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera), Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, PEG/PPG/20/15 Dimethicone, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Methylchlorisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Limonene, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Eugenol, Hydroxycitronellal, Citral, Evernia Prunastri, Geraniol, Coumarin, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Cinnamate, Benzyl Sallcylate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone