Guerlain 2018 EDP

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Baiser de Russie

by Thierry Wasser

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Guerlain Baiser de Russie is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Thierry Wasser. Baiser de Russie opens with Absinth, Bergamot, Lemon, and Pine, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Cranberry, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Guerlain's Baiser de Russie carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast. Some adore its magical, unique take on evergreen and gourmand; others find the pine fleeting and the drydown dull. Expect a journey, but some journeys are short-lived. Definitely not blind-buy friendly.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Unique
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
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Baiser de Russie 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its intimate projection and creamy, sweet drydown make it suitable for dates and formal events, creating an elegant aura without overpowering. While some find it too sweet for warm weather, its nuanced gourmand aspect and subtle sillage prevent it from being completely out of place in a professional setting, though it's not an everyday office staple. Its depth and warmth are less suited for casual outings or sport.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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 a snowy forest bathed in sunlight, then add a boozy, sweet twist. It opens with an invigorating burst of pine and absinthe, quickly sweetened by juicy plum and tart cranberry. This green fruitiness mellows into a warm, creamy embrace of vanilla, tonka, and a delicate caramel, with sandalwood providing a soft, woody anchor. It's a sweet, aromatic forest fairytale, but some find the magic fades too quickly.

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