Ming Shu
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2006 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ming Shu Fleur de l'Aube
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Which Should You Buy?
Yves Rocher's Ming Shu is a divisive aquatic floral. Some hail it as a fresh, nostalgic gem, while others dismiss it as a dated, weak imitation, a relic of '90s perfume trends. Expect a clean, inoffensive, but often fleeting experience.
A fresh floral with an aquatic heart, Ming Shu Fleur de l'Aube is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Some adore its soft, clean vibe, while others find it a bit too sharp or just plain dull. It's divisive, so don't blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 24% | 25% |
| Fruity | 12% | 2% |
| Green | 5% | 3% |
| Sweet | 20% | 25% |
| Warm | 1% | 14% |
| Woody | 14% | 15% |
| Earthy | 4% | 5% |
| Animalic | 7% | 2% |
| Fresh | 36% | 26% |
Mood
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Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, light, and unobtrusive nature makes it perfect for office or casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. However, its poor longevity and projection mean it wouldn't stand out for dates or formal events, though its freshness could suit a post-sport spritz.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean aquatic-floral profile makes it ideal for casual and sport wear, like a 'just out of the shower' scent. While some find it long-lasting, many describe it as light, keeping it suitable for an office environment, though it might lack the punch for a formal event.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Marine, Aquatic, Floral accords and Vanilla, Water Lily notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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