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Aqua Allegoria Flora Nymphea

by Thierry Wasser

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Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Flora Nymphea is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Thierry Wasser. Aqua Allegoria Flora Nymphea opens with Red Fruits and Green Notes, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Lilac, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Musk. Guerlain's Aqua Allegoria Flora Nymphea carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a divisive honeyed floral. For some, it's a 'honey in a bottle' springtime dream, while others find it veers into 'masculine aftershave' territory or even 'cat pee'. You'll either adore its natural nectar vibes or dismiss it as screechy.
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  • Romantic
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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Aqua Allegoria Flora Nymphea Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Green Notes57%
Red Fruits43%
Heartas listed
Honey36%
Orange Blossom33%
Lilac32%
Baseas listed
Musk52%
Woody Notes48%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its delicate sillage and often described 'light' or 'soft skin scent' quality make it perfect for casual wear or the office. While some find it enchanting enough for special occasions, its light and airy nature means it might not stand up to true formal events.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Imagine strolling through a sun-drenched meadow, where red berries nestle among verdant green foliage. The air is thick with the heady scent of orange blossom and lilac, all sweetened by a rich, animalic honey. As it settles, a clean, woody musk emerges, grounding the floral and honeyed notes into a delicate, ethereal embrace.

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