Rosendo Mateu No. 2 Citrus, Wood, Suede Leather is a refined leather fragrance built around bergamot, rose and suede, and Maids Scents carries the authentic Eau de Parfum with delivery across Nigeria and beyond.
What is Rosendo Mateu No. 2 Citrus, Wood, Suede Leather?
Rosendo Mateu No. 2 Citrus, Wood, Suede Leather is created by Rosendo Mateu himself, a genuinely notable master perfumer whose name has been attached to countless commercially successful fragrances before he founded his own niche house in 2015. This specific expression is part of the collection relaunched in 2017, when several fragrances in the line, including this one, were reworked before release.
It’s genuinely interesting to know that this composition changed meaningfully in that relaunch. The original 2015 version was built on lavender, spices and chocolate, while the current version was specifically created to highlight citrus, wood and suede instead, the exact profile Maids Scents carries today.
That kind of transparency about a fragrance’s own history is relatively unusual in niche perfumery, and it says something genuine about the brand’s confidence in this newer direction.
Fragrance Profile
Rosendo Mateu No. 2 opens with Calabrian bergamot and lemon, a delicate, invigorating citrus-green burst the brand describes as light and fresh rather than sharp or aggressive.
As it develops, the heart brings in geranium, flowers and rose, a refined, softly floral bouquet. One detailed reviewer characterises the leather in this fragrance as distinctly feminine in feel, gentler and less aggressive than the harsher, more masculine leather accords found in many other fragrances.
The base settles into suede, sandalwood and patchouli, anchored further by white musk and vanilla, closing out a warm, sophisticated dry-down the brand describes as ensuring a lasting presence on skin.
Top Notes: Calabrian Bergamot, Lemon
Heart Notes: Geranium, Flowers, Rose
Base Notes: Suede, Sandalwood, Patchouli, White Musk, Vanilla
Who Should Wear No. 2?
Rosendo Mateu No. 2 suits anyone who wants a genuinely refined, balanced take on leather rather than something harsh or overtly masculine. It’s a strong pick for anyone who already appreciates niche perfumery from a genuinely accomplished master perfumer and wants a sophisticated, considered everyday signature.
Performance and Longevity
It’s genuinely worth being honest that this release hasn’t built up a large body of detailed independent reviews, so testing on your own skin is especially worthwhile here. One genuinely useful, practical tip surfaced during research — applying to the creases of the knees and elbows is said to give a longer-lasting, stronger scent, and avoiding rubbing the skin after application helps preserve the fragrance’s structure.
Two to three sprays on pulse points is a sensible starting point, with reapplication through the day always an option given the naturally refined, close-to-skin character of the composition.
Best Time to Wear No. 2 in Nigeria
Given its balanced citrus opening and warm suede-vanilla base, Rosendo Mateu No. 2 Citrus, Wood, Suede Leather works comfortably year-round in Nigeria, bright enough for daytime wear yet warm enough to hold its own through cooler harmattan evenings.
Buying No. 2 From Maids Scents
Given the genuine niche prestige of Rosendo Mateu fragrances, authenticity matters more than usual. Every bottle we stock, including No. 2, comes from verified suppliers with a fully traceable chain of authenticity.
We deliver across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Kano, Enugu, Benin City and the rest of Nigeria, and we ship internationally for orders placed from outside the country.
You can read more about the fragrance on the official Rosendo Mateu website.
If you’re exploring more refined, leather-driven niche fragrances, browse our full range of unisex perfumes in Nigeria.
Rosendo Mateu No. 2 Citrus, Wood, Suede Leather is in stock now at Maids Scents.
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