Balmain Beauty 2007 EDP

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La Mome

by Guillaume Flavigny

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Balmain Beauty La Mome is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007, created by Guillaume Flavigny. La Mome opens with Freesia, Pink Pepper, and Grasse Rose Absolute, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, Myrrh, and Raspberry, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Iris, and Opoponax. Balmain Beauty's La Mome carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This discontinued gem is a divisive but intriguing rose, offering a unique blend of old-school elegance and modern fruity warmth. It's not for everyone, but those who love it, really love it.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Romantic
  • Classic
  • Mysterious
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La Mome Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
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 Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With moderate longevity and sillage, La Mome is a versatile scent. Its warm, elegant character makes it perfect for dates and formal events, while still being suitable for smart casual outings. It's too refined for sport and could be a bit much for an everyday office scent.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

La Mome opens with a bright burst of freesia and a touch of spicy pink pepper, quickly giving way to a rich, multifaceted rose - not jammy or old-fashioned, but deep and nuanced. A realistic, slightly tart raspberry note intertwines with violet, adding a playful, candied powderiness. The base reveals a warm, resinous depth from myrrh and opoponax, beautifully rounded by soft amber and a hint of musky iris, creating a smooth, elegant dry-down.

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