Halston's Catalyst Cologne: A Discontinued Men's Fragrance

Catalyst for Men by Halston is a fragrance for men that was launched in 1994. It was created by Ilias Ermenidis and Harry Fremont and is described as an aromatic fougère fragrance. The cologne is characterised by its many notes, including citrus, lavender, and mint, with spice and lower notes of citrus. It was recommended for casual wear.

Although it is unclear when exactly the cologne was discontinued, it appears that it is no longer in production.

Catalyst for Men's scent profile

Catalyst for Men by Halston is a woody, spicy, and aromatic fougère fragrance for men. It was created by Ilias Ermenidis and Harry Fremont and launched in 1994. The scent is complex, with 38 notes in total, and can be difficult to categorise. It opens with top notes of orange, caraway, lavender, vodka, galbanum, mandarin orange, artemisia, mint, bergamot, sage, basil, jasmine, narcissus, rose oil, and tuberose. The middle notes are bay leaf, carnation, nutmeg, cinnamon, green grass, chamomile, black currant, lily-of-the-valley, rose, and violet. The base notes are sandalwood, leather, amber, incense, cedar, tonka bean, oakmoss, vetiver, benzoin, musk, labdanum, coconut, and patchouli.

The scent is described as warm, spicy, and woody, with notes of citrus, lavender, and mint. It is a subtle, seductive, and masculine fragrance that is not too sweet or overpowering. The scent is long-lasting and has good projection. It is recommended for casual wear and is suitable for autumn.

Catalyst for Men's creators

Catalyst for Men by Halston was created by perfumers Ilias Ermenidis and Harry Fremont. Ermenidis has also created fragrances for brands such as Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and Estée Lauder. Fremont's portfolio includes fragrances for Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and Tom Ford.

Catalyst for Men's discontinuation

Catalyst for Men by Halston was launched in 1994 and was created by Ilias Ermenidis and Harry Fremont. It is an aromatic fougère fragrance for men with top notes of orange, caraway, lavender, vodka, galbanum, mandarin orange, artemisia, mint, bergamot, sage, basil, jasmine, narcissus, rose oil and tuberose. The middle notes are bay leaf, carnation, nutmeg, cinnamon, green grass, chamomile, black currant, lily-of-the-valley, rose and violet, and the base notes are sandalwood, leather, amber, incense, cedar, tonka bean, oakmoss, vetiver, benzoin, musk, labdanum, coconut and patchouli.

The fragrance is described as spicy, woody, stimulating, sensual and calming. It is recommended for casual wear and has a moderate sillage and longevity of 3-6 hours.

While it is not clear exactly when Catalyst for Men was discontinued, it appears that it is no longer in production. This is supported by the fact that the fragrance is listed as "discontinued" on eBay, and one reviewer on Basenotes states that it "fell off years ago". Additionally, another reviewer on Basenotes warns against paying high prices for the fragrance, as it was "always consistently under $20".

Despite this, Catalyst for Men appears to still be available for purchase on some websites, including Amazon and eBay, although it is listed as "currently unavailable" on Amazon. It is also listed as "discontinued" on Fragrantica, where it has received numerous positive reviews.

Catalyst for Men's eBay listings

Catalyst for Men eBay Listings

Catalyst for Men by Halston is a popular fragrance that was released in 1994 and has since been discontinued. It is described as a spicy-woody scent with cinnamon, lavender, and citrus top notes.

• Catalyst for Men Eau de Toilette Cologne 3.4oz /100ml Spray - New No Box
• Vintage Halston Catalyst for Men EdT Spray 3.4oz / 100ml READ
• Catalyst for Men by Halston Eau De Toilette 7.5ml/ .25fl.oz Splash With Box
• Halston Catalyst for Men 3.4 oz/100ml Eau de Toilette Spray in Box Discontinued
• Catalyst for Men by Halston Eau De Toilette Spray 1.7 oz / 50 ml NIOB
• Halston Catalyst Set Limited Edition Eau de Spray & Aftershave Lotion 1.7 oz / 50ml Rare

In addition to the above listings for the cologne, there are also several listings for the aftershave:

• Halston Catalyst for Men After Shave 3.4 oz / 100 ml Splash Discontinued - NEW
• Halston Catalyst for Men After Shave 3.4 Fl Oz 100 ml New With Box Rare
• Halston Catalyst for Men 1.7 fl oz Aftershave

There are also a few gift sets available that include both the cologne and the aftershave:

• Catalyst by Halston 2pc Gift Set 3.4oz Eau De Toilette + 3.4oz After Shave Read
• Halston Catalyst for Men Aftershave 100 ml 3.4 oz Splash Set of 2
• Catalyst Halston 3pc Gift Set: 3.4oz Eau De Toilette, 1.7oz Aftershave, 1.7oz Moisture Complex

It is important to note that the availability and pricing of these items may vary, and interested buyers should refer to the eBay website for the most up-to-date information.

Catalyst for Men's reviews

Catalyst for Men by Halston is a popular perfume for men that was released in 1994 and later discontinued. It is an aromatic fougere fragrance with top notes of orange, caraway, lavender, and vodka, among others. The middle notes include bay leaf, carnation, and nutmeg, while the base notes are sandalwood, leather, and amber.

Reviews for Catalyst for Men are generally positive, with many reviewers praising its unique scent, which is described as spicy, woody, and complex. Some reviewers also note that the fragrance has good longevity and reasonable performance. However, there are also some negative reviews, with some finding the scent too sharp, synthetic, or harsh.

> "This is the only men's tuberose that I am aware of. Its bold, sexy, daring and masculine. Just the opening is unisex-so popular in the 90s. Then come the heart notes that are unforgettable...I found a new bottle for $12 USD! It's not quite 20 years old and just as relevant as the day it was released."

> "I waited forever to buy this reformulation and finally bought it yesterday for $8.96 for 30ml. It has been 23 years since I bought it for the first time while traveling across the US from coast to coast. It had a special place in my heart, but my olfactory had zero recall. The opening was slightly familiar but not exact. Soon after there was a harshness which surely did not exist before? Then there was the dry down which was again harsh. Then all of a sudden the whole thing came into focus. Very close to what I had hoped for."

> "So complex as to be almost totally uncategorisable upon first whiff; the Tower of Babel of 90's fragrances. Just look at the notes listed. It's more a scent skyscraper than a scent pyramid!"

> "I love the bottles like a chemistry set, conical flask, Test tube, Round bottom flask etc. They did cost so much here in England nearly 8 times the price in the USA. They are slated fragrances, however whenever I have worn this it never fails to get attention, and in a good way."

> "I used this cologne for MANY years, used to be able to find it at Marshall's or TJMax, just can't find it there or anywhere anymore!!"

> "A very sharp, synthetic scent with elements of citrus and spice politely knocking on the door, but failing to get through the toxic chemical notes that ultimately dominate the perfume. It smells like one of those metallic underarm deodorants that everybody used far too much of at school."

> "Wow this really is just a barrage of spice...I guess cinnamon and nutmeg? Something about it smells harsh and chemical to me, and therefore cheap. Maybe the little bit of orange in the opening reminds me of Orange 409, Orange Windex, or what have you."

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