Guerlain 2022 EDP

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Mon Guerlain L'Essence

by Thierry Wasser , Delphine Jelk

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Guerlain Mon Guerlain L'Essence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Thierry Wasser and Delphine Jelk. Mon Guerlain L'Essence opens with Bergamot and Lavender, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Frangipani, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Vanilla. Guerlain's Mon Guerlain L'Essence carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This flanker is a gorgeous take on Mon Guerlain, leaning into creamy tropical florals while keeping the signature lavender. It's an elegant, warm-weather gem, though some found it a bit too mature or 'nice' without the original's punch.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Relaxed
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Mon Guerlain L'Essence Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender53%
Bergamot47%
Heartas listed
Frangipani62%
Jasmine38%
Baseas listed
Vanilla66%
Sandalwood34%

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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and creamy, warm floral profile make it suitable for dates and relaxed everyday wear. While it has an elegant touch for some formal events, its tropical leanings pull it back, and it's too soft for sport.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Imagine a sun-drenched escape, opening with a bright, zesty whisper of bergamot, quickly softened by the aromatic embrace of lavender. The heart blossoms into a creamy, exotic frangipani and jasmine, transporting you to a tropical garden. This rich floral bouquet then settles into a comforting, warm base of creamy vanilla and smooth sandalwood, leaving a sophisticated, dreamy trail.

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