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What it is: A clean and aquatic, long-lasting fragrance for men that captures the pure freshness and warmth of the Mediterranean Sea.
Fragrance story: This fresh fragrance for men opens with a splash of a sparkling Calabrian bergamot scent, neroli and green tangerine. The aquatic men's cologne blends rosemary and fruity persimmon fragrance oils with the warm perfume of Indonesian patchouli to create a scent that is both fresh and relaxed. Its woody notes offer a grounding aroma that's perfectly paired with marine notes for a truly refreshing and long-lasting fragrance.
Style: Fresh.
Notes:
- Top: marine
- Middle:Calabrian bergamot
- Base: cedarwood
- Made in France
- Item #10494492
Ingredients
Alcohol Aqua / Water / Eau Parfum / Fragrance Linalool Limonene Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone Benzyl Salicylate Geraniol Benzyl Alcohol Citral Citronellol Eugenol Cinnamyl Alcohol (F.I.L. N70021801/5).
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging
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Most helpful positive review
May 18, 2025
ALEXS REVIEW
I smell pretty.
David and Alex
Verified purchase
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Most helpful critical review
Apr 13, 2026
Faulty and Disappointing
I was totally going to buy 5 bottles of this but im glad I read the reviews with the new formulated version not being anything like the original, me and my buddies will no longer purchase for fear its not the same thing we grew to love.
Chukklez
Reposted from giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com
giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com response
Hi there, thanks for giving Acqua Di Giò Eau de Toilette a try. We're so sad to learn about your experience with the formula. Your feedback is very important to us and we will be sure to share your comments to ensure future improvement. We're always here to help if you need further assistance.
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David and Alex
Verified purchase
May 18, 2025
ALEXS REVIEW
I smell pretty.
1found this helpful
Chukklez
Reposted from giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com
Apr 13, 2026
Faulty and Disappointing
I was totally going to buy 5 bottles of this but im glad I read the reviews with the new formulated version not being anything like the original, me and my buddies will no longer purchase for fear its not the same thing we grew to love.
giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com response
Hi there, thanks for giving Acqua Di Giò Eau de Toilette a try. We're so sad to learn about your experience with the formula. Your feedback is very important to us and we will be sure to share your comments to ensure future improvement. We're always here to help if you need further assistance.
Johnathan
Reposted from giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com
Apr 12, 2026
A shadow of its former self
Sadly, this is not acqua di gio.
I had high hopes but when opened the box and sprayed the fragrance, i made a disappointing realization.
It doesn't smell like ADG anymore, they changed something and the whole note pyramid collapsed, making it smell like a watered down knock off (the lasting power and projection are really non existent)
Probably they won't brink back the original formula and maybe they only are focusing releasing the new flankers such as parfum, eau de parfum, elixir, profondo, profondo eau de parfum, parfum etc. Maybe elixir absolu "Happy Thanksgiving is next" 🤷♂️
I own most of the line and ia a huge fan of the brand in general, but nothing is like the original 1996 one.
Thank God I still have a bottle of Essenza, (also gone for good of course).
giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com response
Hi there, thanks for giving Acqua Di Giò Eau de Toilette a try. We're sad to learn the scent is not what you had expected and your feedback is very important to us! We appreciate your loyalty and we will share you comments with our team to ensure future improvement. We wish you greater success with our products in the future!
Nikos98
Reposted from giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com
Apr 10, 2026
End of an Era
it’s not Acqua di Gio anymore.
I’ve been wearing the original for 25 years, but the latest reformulated version is a massive disappointment. They’ve managed to ruin the DNA of a masterpiece.
Where is the airy, fresh, and subtle floral breeze that made this perfume legendary? Now, it’s just another generic scent in a bottle. It feels like they are focusing on releasing endless flankers (Parfum, Elixir, etc.) while neglecting the soul of the original.
If you are looking for that 90s aquatic magic, you won't find it here anymore. It's time for me to find a new signature scent.
Rating: 0/5, i don't even like the new bottle
giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com response
Hello! Thank you for sharing your feedback on Acqua Di Giò Eau de Toilette. We are sorry to hear about your disappointment with the reformulated version and that it no longer captures the fresh and airy notes you have loved for 25 years. We truly value your insights and have shared your comments regarding the scent DNA and the new bottle with our team for review. Since finding a signature scent is a personal journey, our Fragrance Finder can help you discover a new favorite from our collection at https://tinyurl.com/29lruhlf. We hope you continue to explore Armani Beauty!
Anonymous
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Verified purchase
Apr 9, 2026
Disappointing... Acqua Di Gio EDT
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The scent has changed since the original that I have worn for 30 years... it is disappointing. The scent is not as strong as it used to be - now you need to spray like 5 sprays, and it fades within an hour or so. The original formula you really only needed one spray to smell great all day. I hate to write this because I've loved the cologne for so long, like many people, but I will likely not purchase again. I would like to get a refund if possible, honestly.
giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com response
Hello! Thank you for sharing your feedback on Acqua Di Giò Eau de Toilette. We are sorry to hear about your disappointment with the longevity and the scent profile, especially since you have enjoyed it for 30 years. While we strive to maintain the integrity and consistency of our iconic scents, please keep in mind that formula updates may occur for various reasons. We have shared your detailed comments with our team. For further assistance or to discuss your request, please feel free to contact us directly: https://tinyurl.com/26j33h6h. We hope you are able to continue enjoying our products!
JS12
Reposted from giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com
Apr 7, 2026
A change for the worse
I'm shocked after all these years of wearing the EDT I have to find a new cologne. Why would you guys change the formula? The new scent barley smells like the original and no matter how much you put on the scent goes away. It's extremely disappointing what happened to if it ain't broke don't fix it? I pray you guys do the right thing and bring back the formula everyone bought before. What you guys are selling now isn't even the same. This is like advertising that you are Selling coca-cola only to have the bottle filled with Pepsi.
