Guerlain 2009 EDP

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Guerlain Homme Intense

by Thierry Wasser

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Guerlain Guerlain Homme Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Thierry Wasser. Guerlain Homme Intense opens with Rhubarb and Mint, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Geranium, and Rum, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Guerlain's Guerlain Homme Intense carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Whilst some find this a 'masterpiece' and others 'boring', Guerlain Homme Intense is a divisive but ultimately sophisticated scent. It's a fresh, masculine take on boozy freshness that can polarise opinion due to its unique profile, but for many, it's a true Guerlain classic.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Confident
  • Elegant
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Guerlain Homme Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mint59%
Rhubarb41%
Heartas listed
Rum42%
Geranium32%
Floral Notes26%
Baseas listed
Vetiver45%
Cedar29%
Patchouli26%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its refined, woody-aromatic profile makes it suitable for date nights and formal events, with a freshness that also works for casual wear. While many find it wearable in the office, some consider it too unique or impactful for conservative workplaces.

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

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

Guerlain Homme Intense opens with a sharp, vibrant burst of mint and tart rhubarb, quickly joined by the distinctive warmth of rum. As it develops, a green, aromatic geranium note emerges, leading into a refined drydown of earthy vetiver, dark patchouli, and clean cedar, balancing freshness with a grounded elegance. It's not your typical mojito - this one's got depth.

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