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Le Monde Est Beau

by Daniela Andrier

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Kenzo Le Monde Est Beau is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1997, created by Daniela Andrier. Le Monde Est Beau opens with Mandarin, Magnolia, Blackcurrant, and Basil, settles into a heart of Cherry Blossom, Jasmine, Iris, and Honeysuckle, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Tonka Bean. Kenzo's Le Monde Est Beau carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A divisive yet distinctive garden scent, Le Monde Est Beau is either a joyful, green-fruity embrace or a sharp, bitter disappointment. It's not for everyone, but those who love it, really love it. Expect a fresh-cut, herbaceous kick with a surprisingly soft landing.
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  • Fresh
  • Playful
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Cozy
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Le Monde Est Beau 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Given its fresh, green, and fruity accords, this scent leans casual and is perfect for daytime wear. While some found it strong, many experience moderate projection and longevity, making it generally appropriate for office settings but perhaps a bit too relaxed for formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, LIMONENE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, LINALOOL, CITRONELLOL, BHT, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BENZYL SALICYLATE, COUMARIN, HEXYL CINNAMAL, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, EUGENOL, BENZYL CINNAMATE, CITRAL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, GERANIOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, DISODIUM EDTA, CI 19140 (YELLOW 5), CI 14700 (RED 4)

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opens with an energetic burst of green basil and tart blackcurrant, uplifted by juicy mandarin and the creamy magnolia. The heart blossoms with delicate iris, sweet honeysuckle, and airy cherry blossom, softening the initial green intensity. It settles into a woody base of vetiver, cedar, and sandalwood, with a hint of warm tonka and luscious blackberry sweetening the drydown.

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