Sensuous Noir
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly divisive, love-it-or-hate-it scent. Sensuous Noir is a bold, dark rebel from Estee Lauder, packing a huge pine-patchouli punch. An evening showstopper that's unapologetically strong.
A truly polarising beast. You'll either get an elegant salty vanilla that evokes idyllic beach resorts, or a scrubber that smells like stale pipes, body odour, or even vomit. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 17% | 19% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 28% | 23% |
| Warm | 30% | 19% |
| Woody | 22% | 19% |
| Earthy | 17% | 20% |
| Animalic | 4% | 5% |
| Fresh | 6% | 10% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense, dark accords make it completely unsuitable for the office, though some brave souls attempt it. Sensuous Noir truly shines after dark; it's a perfect fit for romantic dates or formal evening events where its captivating sillage can be appreciated.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its unique, complex profile and moderate-to-strong projection make it intriguing for dates and formal events, though perhaps a bit too distinctive for a typical office. The salty-meets-creamy accords could work casually or on summer evenings, but it's not a sport scent.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy accords and Jasmine, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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