Guerlain 2008 Extrait

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Elixir Charnel Oriental Brulant

by Sylvaine Delacourte , Christine Nagel

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Guerlain Elixir Charnel Oriental Brulant is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Sylvaine Delacourte and Christine Nagel. Elixir Charnel Oriental Brulant opens with Tangerine, settles into a heart of Almond, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Styrax. Guerlain's Elixir Charnel Oriental Brulant carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A discontinued Guerlain masterpiece that drives fans to desperation. This is a "come hither" fragrance - a sweet, creamy, and sophisticated oriental gourmand that garners endless compliments. People rave about it and are gutted it's gone.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Classic
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Elixir Charnel Oriental Brulant Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Tangerine100%
Heartas listed
Almond100%
Baseas listed
Styrax38%
Tonka Bean31%
Vanilla31%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its excellent longevity and moderate sillage make it versatile, though the alluring and sensual nature leans more towards evening and intimate wear. While some find it too rich for casual settings, its refined character allows it to shine in formal environments as well.

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

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • 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

Elixir Charnel Oriental Brulant opens with a tart tangerine kick, quickly mellowing into a luxurious, warm heart of rich almond. The drydown is a deeply comforting blend of creamy vanilla, tonka bean, and balsamic styrax, lending a slightly smoky, resinous depth that prevents it from becoming overly sweet. Imagine a high-end, sophisticated almond and vanilla dessert, with just a hint of something complex and intriguing underneath.

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