Acqua Viva type formula
The Acqua Viva formula is a type formula in the Woody Aromatic family: 52 raw materials decoded by GC-MS and rebuilt so you can make it yourself, using materials you can order rather than captives no shop will sell you. It opens with Lemon, a heart of Broom, settles on Cedarwood, Cypress. Below you can see the five main materials of Acqua Viva; unlock the formula for the complete list with exact percentages and dilutions, and recreate it yourself for a fraction of the retail price.
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How it worksIngredients in Acqua Viva
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Lemon Oil FCF | — | 8008-56-8 | |
| Hedione HC | — | — | |
| Bergamote 000136 | — | — | |
| Yellow Mandarin Oil | — | 8008-31-9 | |
| Linalyl Acetate | — | 115-95-7 |
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Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 807 in the catalogue.
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Acqua di G. Essenza 20 materials in common
- P. Sport 20 materials in common
- 1872 for Men 19 materials in common
- Darley 19 materials in common
Complexity
52 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Richer than 69% of the formulas here: expect a long shopping list.
The shared backbone
Materials this formula holds in common with most of modern perfumery.
- Hedione HC in 567 of 807 formulas
Reviews
4.3· 3 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Daniela JohnstonVerified buyer
first time wearing this and it already smells like a proper the original (Shooting Stars) reference. the Broom is the star here — it's creamy without being heavy. one of my favorite purchases this year.
- Ben NicholasVerified buyer
skeptical of Woody Aromatic dupes in general, this one changed my mind. i wore it to work and three coworkers asked about it. this is going in my top 3 rotation for sure.
- Monica LucasVerified buyer
blind bought after reading the pyramid — and yeah, it nails the brief. the drydown is where the magic happens, lasts forever on fabrics. fine for casual days, wouldn't reach for it for special occasions.
FAQ
What is the Acqua Viva formula?
The Acqua Viva type formula is a Woody Aromatic composition of 52 raw materials, decoded by GC-MS analysis and rewritten so every material can actually be bought. It is our own interpretation, not a copy of anyone's sheet.
What notes are in Acqua Viva?
Acqua Viva features notes of Lemon, Broom, Cedarwood, Cypress.
How many ingredients does the Acqua Viva formula have?
The Acqua Viva formula contains 52 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Acqua Viva recipe?
Yes. The unlocked formula lists every material with its exact percentage and dilution, which is what you need to weigh it at home. The five main materials are public on this page; the rest of the list and the dosages come with the formula.
How much does it cost to make Acqua Viva at home?
Making your own Acqua Viva from the raw materials costs a small fraction of a retail bottle — the exact materials and quantities are in the unlocked formula, plus a batch calculator to scale any amount.
Do I need experience to use the Acqua Viva formula?
No. The formula is already in parts per 100, and the batch calculator turns it into the grams to weigh for whatever amount you want to make. You need a 0.01 g scale, perfumer's alcohol and the raw materials on the list.
