Houbigant 2020 EDP

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La Belle Saison

by Céline Ellena

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Houbigant La Belle Saison is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Céline Ellena. La Belle Saison opens with Apricot Blossom and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Lily of the Valley, and Mimosa, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Labdanum. Houbigant's La Belle Saison carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This springtime floral is a divisive one; some find it a gorgeous, sunny yellow floral, while others are utterly repulsed by what they perceive as a medicinal, green assault. Sample first unless you're a devout mimosa maniac, or risk scrubbing.
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  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
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La Belle Saison 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:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and emphasis on sweet white and yellow florals make it suitable for casual wear or dates where a charming, approachable scent is desired. While it can be worn in an office setting, some found it 'loud' initially, so use a light hand. Full-on formal events or sports aren't its strong suit.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

La Belle Saison opens with a hint of spicy pink pepper over the sweet blush of apricot blossom, quickly blooming into a grand floral heart. Mimosa takes centre stage with its fluffy, pollen-rich sweetness, supported by the delicate freshness of lily of the valley and the honeyed notes of orange blossom. The dry down settles into a soft, musky embrace with the warm resinous touch of labdanum and creamy sandalwood.

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