Guerlain 2001 EDT

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Samsara Shine

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Guerlain Samsara Shine is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2001. Samsara Shine opens with Green Notes, Citrus, and Fig Leaf, settles into a heart of Red Currant, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Guerlain's Samsara Shine carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

Divisive yet adored, Samsara Shine splits opinions but those who love it, really love it. A brighter, arguably more wearable take on the classic, but some find its initial punch a bit much.
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  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Elegant
  • Modern
  • Bold
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Samsara Shine Eau de Toilette 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its strong sillage means it needs careful application for office wear, but its warmth and lasting power make it excellent for dates and casual outings. While elegant, it might be a bit too sweet and prominent for very formal events.

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

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Opens with a surprising blast of green notes and bright citrus, quickly followed by the distinct, slightly bitter nuance of fig leaf. This energetic start softens into a warm, inviting heart where ylang-ylang and jasmine weave a rich floral tapestry, subtly sweetened by red currant. The journey concludes with a plush, oriental base of amber, creamy sandalwood, and a comforting duo of vanilla and tonka bean, offering a lasting, sensual warmth.

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