Projection is much better here than the reform, no doubt about that. Having said that, if all you want is strictly a high quality American barbershop scent, then you'll be happy with the reformulation. There still is a strong, fresh shaving foam vibe, but it's the gaiac wood that adds depth which the Rive Gauche PH La Collection version is lacking. It opens with creamy anisic lavender, geranium, cloves, and a strong gaiac wood note that is missing from the reformulated versions. Masculinity Level: Paul Newman playing an aging lawyer in The Verdict. On the other hand, longevity is outstanding.

For my tastes, overspraying this one is a necessity. Projection is low this reformulation is very subtle - nothing about it is in your face. If you're seeking to replace a vintage tin can bottle you should know that it’s substantially stronger and the gaiac wood note is almost completely absent in the reform. When it comes to refined shaving foam, this one is hard to beat. That description might make this La Collection (square black) version of Rive Gauche sound run of the mill for American barbershop style fragrances, but what sets it apart is the sheer quality of the ingredients used and how well they are blended. There's a substantial fresh shaving foam vibe that is sustained throughout, and a tiny bit of powderiness. It opens with some geranium, cloves, and mostly a very creamy anisic lavender.

Rive gauche pour homme