Guerlain 2018 EDP

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L'Homme Idéal L'Intense

by Thierry Wasser

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Guerlain L'Homme Idéal L'Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Thierry Wasser. L'Homme Idéal L'Intense opens with Allspice, Cardamom, and Almond, settles into a heart of Leather, Rose, and Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Smoke, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Guerlain's L'Homme Idéal L'Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; plenty of Guerlain fans absolutely adore L'Intense for its smoky, spicy depth, calling it the best of the line. But for an "Intense", performance is often a sore point, leaving some utterly disappointed. Don't expect a beast mode, but do expect a sophisticated, mysterious scent.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Masculine
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Elegant
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L'Homme Idéal L'Intense 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

L'Intense shines in date and formal settings due to its sophisticated, mysterious notes like smoke, leather, and rose. Its moderate projection and longevity, while not "beast mode", make it suitable for close encounters without being overwhelming. It's less appropriate for casual daywear or sports.

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

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'Homme Idéal L'Intense opens with a fiery kick of pimiento and cardamom, softened by the familiar Guerlain almond. The heart unveils a sophisticated blend of rich rose, dark labdanum, and supple leather, creating a captivating tension. Finally, it settles into a warm, inviting base of creamy sandalwood, smoky vanilla, and earthy patchouli, leaving a lasting trail of sensual warmth with an intriguing hint of smoke.

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