Guerlain 2016 EDP

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L’Eau de Parfum du 68

by Thierry Wasser

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Guerlain L’Eau de Parfum du 68 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Thierry Wasser. L’Eau de Parfum du 68 opens with Spicy Notes, settles into a heart of Immortelle, Leather, Rose, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Heliotrope, Tonka Bean, and Benzoin. Guerlain's L’Eau de Parfum du 68 carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A warm, embracing amber you'll want to hibernate in. Ignore the 'pour homme' leanings, this one works on anyone wanting a touch of old-school class.
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  • Romantic
  • Woody
  • Classic
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L’Eau de Parfum du 68 Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Spicy Notes100%
Heartas listed
Immortelle25%
Incense25%
Leather25%
Rose25%
Baseas listed
Benzoin25%
Cedar25%
Heliotrope25%
Tonka Bean25%

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
Also Works:
Summer

Built on amber, vanilla and warm spicy - a composition that sits best in spring, autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This amber-heavy fragrance leans more towards evening and cooler weather occasions. While it has a comforting depth suitable for close encounters, its richness might be a bit much for a standard office environment. It elevates a formal setting and adds a touch of class to a well-dressed casual look.

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

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

L'Eau de Parfum du 68 is a sophisticated amber with a spicy kick. Incense and a powdery heliotrope soften the robust heart of leather and rose, while cedar and tonka bean provide a grounding woody sweetness. Benzoin and immortelle round it all off with a rich, resinous warmth, a touch of herbal intrigue, and a refined sweetness that lingers beautifully.

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