Balmain Beauty 2008 EDP

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Ambre Gris

by Guillaume Flavigny

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Balmain Beauty Ambre Gris is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Guillaume Flavigny. Ambre Gris opens with Pink Pepper and Sage, settles into a heart of Tuberose, Frangipani, Myrrh, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, and Ambergris. Balmain Beauty's Ambre Gris carries an Acquired verdict, an amber-led wear.

Balmain's Ambre Gris is a divisive beast. Some find it a 'masterpiece' of spiced amber, creamy and sensual; others, a 'pissy' or 'industrial' mess. If you're after a unique, warm scent unlike anything else, it's worth the gamble for its sublime dry-down.
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
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Ambre Gris Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Amber
100%
Warm Spicy
56%
Balsamic
51%
Sweet
43%
Animalic
42%

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Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Its warm, balsamic nature and reported excellent longevity make it a perfect fit for dates and formal events, creating a sensual aura. However, the strong initial spice and intimate character might be too much for an office setting, and it’s definitely not suited for sport.

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Ambre Gris opens with a spicy kick of pink pepper and sage, quickly morphing into a rich, balsamic heart. Incense and myrrh intertwine with exotic frangipani and creamy tuberose, building a complex, almost salty-sweet warmth. The base settles into a deeply comforting blend of ambergris, tonka bean, cedar, and benzoin, leaving a soft, musky trail that lingers for hours.

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