Guerlain 2012 EDP

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Myrrhe & Delires

by Thierry Wasser

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Guerlain Myrrhe & Delires is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Thierry Wasser. Myrrhe & Delires opens with Bergamot and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Violet Leaf, and Osmanthus, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Licorice. Guerlain's Myrrhe & Delires carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This discontinued Guerlain is a 'quiet luxury' scent, adored by many for its unique take on myrrh and liquorice, but some find it underwhelming or too sweet. It's a love-it-or-leave-it experience that commands a hefty price on the secondary market.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Subtle
  • Luxurious
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Myrrhe & Delires 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its intimate sillage and long-lasting nature make it perfectly suited for office wear, as noted by community reviews. While elegant enough for formal settings and dates, its gentle projection might be too subtle for casual daytime activities.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Myrrhe & Delires opens with a subtle citrus zest of bergamot and grapefruit before settling into a soft, complex heart. Rose, jasmine, and violet leaf intertwine with the fruity nuance of osmanthus, leading to a sophisticated myrrh and incense base. Tonka bean and vanilla add a creamy sweetness, balanced by earthy patchouli and a distinctive hint of liquorice, creating a warm and resinous aura that lingers intimately on the skin.

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