Guerlain 2014 Edp

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Les Absolus d'Orient Santal Royal

by Thierry Wasser

Guerlain Les Absolus d'Orient Santal Royal is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Thierry Wasser. The fragrance opens with Jasmine and Neroli, and settles into a heart of Rose, Peach, and Cinnamon.

Our verdict on Les Absolus d'Orient Santal Royal: Acquired

Santal Royal divides opinion like no other. Some find this unapologetically bold oud-rose beast an opulent masterpiece, dripping with mystique and luxury. Others recoil from its intensity, labelling it a headache-inducing, synthetic mess. Definitely not a blind buy unless you like a bit of drama.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
Les Absolus d'Orient Santal Royal Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13%
Floral 53%
Fruity 15%
Green 6%
Sweet 29%
Warm 13%
Woody 1%
Earthy 0%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Oud
100%
Rose
89%
Woody
85%
Leather
77%
Warm Spicy
77%

Notes

Top Notes

Jasmine 51% Neroli 49%

Heart Notes

Rose 41% Cinnamon 31% Peach 28%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its nuclear performance and robust oud-rose-leather accord make it too dominant for most office environments. However, its luxurious and mysterious vibe, coupled with an 'opulent' feel, makes it perfectly suited for special formal events and romantic date nights.

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About

Santal Royal opens with a fleeting burst of bright jasmine and neroli, quickly giving way to a rich, jammy rose and succulent peach, sweetened by a whisper of cinnamon. The heart is a complex interplay of potent oud and luxurious leather, smoky and almost animalic, providing a dark, commanding gravitas. As it dries, a woody warmth emerges, lending a smooth, sophisticated finish that lingers beautifully, despite some debate over the prominence of sandalwood.

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