Estée Lauder 2011 Edp

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Sensuous Nude

Estée Lauder Sensuous Nude is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011. The fragrance opens with Pepper, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Lily Of The Valley, Coconut, Jasmine, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Woody, Sandalwood, Amber, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Sensuous Nude: Favourite

A truly gorgeous creamy, woody, and subtly sweet scent. It's an undisputed classic for good reason, adored by many, despite its divisive powdery notes and poor performance. The 'nude' in the name really means something here: your skin, but better.
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  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Romantic
Sensuous Nude Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13%
Floral 16%
Fruity 9%
Green 3%
Sweet 29%
Warm 20%
Woody 14%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 13%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Powdery
97%
Vanilla
97%
Coconut
96%
Sweet
86%

Notes

Top Notes

Pink Pepper 27% Pepper 26% Bergamot 24% Mandarin 23%

Heart Notes

Coconut 29% Musk 21% Honey 20% Jasmine 16% Lily Of The Valley 14%

Base Notes

Sandalwood 23% Vanilla 21% Woody 20% Heliotrope 18% Amber 17%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its intimate sillage and soft, comforting profile make it ideal for casual wear and office settings where a strong fragrance would be inappropriate. While sensual, its understated nature might be too subtle for a grand formal event, and it's certainly not suited for sport.

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About

Sensuous Nude opens with a whisper of fresh mandarin and bergamot, quickly joined by a gentle, clean pepper. This bright start mellows into a heart of creamy coconut and delicate jasmine, sweetened by a touch of honey and musk. The drydown is a comforting blend of warm sandalwood, vanilla, and amber, with a soft, powdery heliotrope that creates a 'your skin but better' embrace.

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