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Guerlain 2024 EDP

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Oud Essentiel

by Thierry Wasser

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Guerlain Oud Essentiel is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Thierry Wasser. Oud Essentiel settles into a heart of Oud and Rose, and dries down to a base of Leather. Guerlain's Oud Essentiel carries an Acquired verdict, a oud-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect strong opinions - some find it a sublime, dry oud masterpiece, others get hit with a metallic, mothball-like wall that's anything but pleasant. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Luxurious
Oud Essentiel Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Oud
100%
Leather
84%
Rose
66%
Animalic
57%
Smoky
46%

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Performance

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

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Oud Essentiel is too potent for an office setting where it might overwhelm. It excels in formal events and dates, as many reviewers noted, offering a sophisticated and memorable presence without being an everyday wear.

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Oud Essentiel opens with a commanding wave of dry, slightly smoky oud, immediately establishing its dominant presence. A dark, almost withered rose soon emerges, softening the oud's edges without sweetening it. This is tightly woven with a rich, antique leather accord, creating a complex, almost austere structure. Underneath, a subtle animalic growl adds depth and a hint of wildness, while a smoky veil lingers throughout, creating an intense, long-lasting scent journey.

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