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A seductive evolution of the Le Male DNA, Elixir Absolu is a powerhouse of creamy tonka, juicy plum, and glowing amber with an addictive spicy edge. Not for the shy, this is a statement scent for cool nights and stylish impact.
Elixir Absolu Intense follows Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Male Elixir Absolu, the smoother, plummier evolution of the gourmand powerhouse. The dark plum opening over lavender, tonka and benzoin reads recognisably, though the dupe flattens the refined balsamic depth and fades faster than the original.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 6% |
| Floral | 7% | 7% |
| Fruity | 14% | 15% |
| Green | 12% | 11% |
| Sweet | 32% | 26% |
| Warm | 29% | 26% |
| Woody | 4% | 6% |
| Earthy | 7% | 13% |
| Animalic | 1% | 2% |
| Fresh | 14% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Its dense amber, tonka and spicy character makes this ideal for cold or crisp weather, lending itself best to autumn and winter. The warmth may be cloying in summer but can work in early spring evenings.
Occasions
The bold projection and sensual sweetness make it stand out for date nights and formal evenings. It is a bit too assertive for the office or athletic settings, but can work for stylish casual wear.
Seasons
The plummy balsamic gourmand warmth is built for autumn and winter and turns heavy in summer heat.
Occasions
Sweet and seductive, it shines for dates, evenings and dressier nights; the rich signature suits cosy occasions over the office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Warm Spicy, Fruity accords and Plum, Cinnamon notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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