Houbigant 2018 Edp

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Essence Rare

Name: Essence Rare Eau de Parfum
Brand: Houbigant
Availability: InStock

Houbigant Essence Rare is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Essence Rare settles into a heart of Powdery, Sandalwood, Mandarin, and Iris. Houbigant's Essence Rare carries an Acquired verdict, a earthy-led wear.

This perfume is a divisive one. Fans say it's a timeless, elegant floral dream, while critics call it generic, synthetic, and 'old lady'. Some users reported a reformulated version, so be careful if you're chasing the original magic.

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Classic
Elegant
Romantic
Sophisticated
Clean

Profile

Character

Citrus 6%

Floral 44%

Fruity 2%

Green 8%

Sweet 31%

Warm 6%

Woody 10%

Earthy 12%

Animalic 4%

Fresh 10%

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Accords

White Floral

100%

Powdery

92%

Rose

67%

Iris

61%

Woody

59%

Notes

Heart Notes

Jasmine 14% Rose 13% Lily Of The Valley 12% Iris 12% Powdery 11% Oakmoss 8% Vanilla 8% Sandalwood 8% Mandarin 7% Amber 7%

Performance

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its moderate sillage and 'safe' floral profile make it suitable for office wear, as noted by several reviewers. The elegant nature of its white floral and powdery accords also lends itself well to formal and date settings, though some find it a bit too subtle for a standout date fragrance.

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About

Essence Rare opens with a gentle citrus whisper of mandarin, quickly giving way to a lush, powdery heart of iris and rose. Lily of the Valley provides a fresh, green edge, preventing it from becoming overly sweet. The base settles into a creamy blend of sandalwood, amber, and vanilla, offering a sophisticated, velvety finish. A white floral bouquet that seeks to be both classic and contemporary.