Issey Miyake 2019 EDP

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Nuit d'Issey Pulse of the Night

by Dominique Ropion

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Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey Pulse of the Night is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Dominique Ropion. Nuit d'Issey Pulse of the Night opens with Frankincense, settles into a heart of Amber, Patchouli, and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Leather, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Issey Miyake's Nuit d'Issey Pulse of the Night carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A luxurious, brooding take on incense and tonka that radiates power and depth - seductive and mysterious, it’s a statement scent for chilly nights and special occasions.
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  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Sophisticated
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Nuit d'Issey Pulse of the Night Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Frankincense100%
Heartas listed
Amber34%
Tonka Bean34%
Patchouli32%
Baseas listed
Vanilla22%
Leather22%
Woody Notes20%
Sandalwood19%
Vetiver17%

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
Beast (10+h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

The resinous, spicy, and sweet notes thrive in cooler weather, making this a powerhouse for fall and winter. It can work on milder spring evenings, but the richness is overwhelming in summer heat.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, warm, and sensual profile is best for dates and formal evening wear, but may be too intense for the office or daytime casual. Avoid for sport or hot weather activities due to high intensity and projection.

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

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

Nuit d'Issey Pulse of the Night envelops you in a midnight cocoon of smoky incense, spicy warmth, and creamy-sweet tonka. Frankincense ignites the opening with a mystical, resinous glow, soon joined by plush vanilla, amber, and rich woods. Hints of leather and oud deepen the intrigue, while a persistent undercurrent of spice keeps the composition vibrant and magnetic. The result is comforting yet commanding, a sensual modern oriental perfect for those who crave intensity and sophistication after dark.

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