Guerlain 1989 Edt

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Samsara

by Jean-Paul Guerlain

Guerlain Samsara is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1989, created by Jean-Paul Guerlain. Samsara opens with Peach, Ylang-Ylang, Green, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Iris, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Musk, Amber, and Tonka Bean. Guerlain's Samsara carries an Acquired verdict, a powdery-led wear.

Samsara is a bona fide classic, but it's not for everyone. While some find its woody floral sophistication timeless, others are put off by a 'dated' vibe. If you want to embody classic elegance with a sensual edge, this is your scent. Just be mindful of the reformulations.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
  • Classic
  • Warm
Samsara Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10%
Floral 35%
Fruity 8%
Green 9%
Sweet 30%
Warm 6%
Woody 11%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 11%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Powdery
100%
Woody
99%
Yellow Floral
77%
Iris
71%
Sweet
63%

Notes

Top Notes

Ylang-Ylang 30% Peach 19% Green 17% Bergamot 17% Lemon 16%

Heart Notes

Iris 20% Jasmine 17% Orris 16% Narcissus 16% Violet 15% Rose 15%

Base Notes

Sandalwood 28% Vanilla 19% Tonka Bean 18% Amber 18% Musk 16%

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
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and rich oriental nature, Samsara is best suited for evenings and formal events. While some find it versatile enough for daily wear, its intensity makes it less ideal for office or casual settings where a lighter touch is preferred.

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Opens with a potent, creamy blast of ylang-ylang and delicate peach, softened by green notes and a hint of citrus. The heart blooms with a powdery, almost buttery iris, mingling with rose, jasmine, and violet, creating a rich floral bouquet. The journey culminates in a warm, enveloping dry down of smooth sandalwood, amber, tonka, and musky vanilla. It's a journey from vibrant florals to a meditative woody base, a true 'oriental princess' in a bottle.

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