Lancôme 2015 EDP

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La Vie Est Belle L'Eau de Parfum Intense

by Dominique Ropion , Anne Flipo

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Lancôme La Vie Est Belle L'Eau de Parfum Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Dominique Ropion and Anne Flipo. La Vie Est Belle L'Eau de Parfum Intense opens with Bergamot, Orange, Pink Pepper, and Pear, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Iris, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Cream and Hazelnut. Lancôme's La Vie Est Belle L'Eau de Parfum Intense carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This flanker of La Vie Est Belle is a crowd-pleasing, intensely sweet gourmand. Often hailed as superior to the original, it's a 'love at first sniff' for many, though its potent sweetness can be overpowering if applied too liberally.
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  • Bold
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Gourmand
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La Vie Est Belle L'Eau de Parfum Intense 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and remarkable longevity, this intense gourmand is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. It's a fantastic choice for evening dates or formal events where its opulent sweetness will make a statement, but it's too potent for an office environment.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

A rich, creamy confection, La Vie Est Belle L'Eau de Parfum Intense opens with a bright, fruity burst of pear and orange, warmed by a hint of pink pepper. The heart unfurls with opulent white florals - tuberose, iris, and jasmine - creating a luxurious bouquet. But it's the delicious base of whipped cream and hazelnut that truly shines, enveloping the florals in a deeply nutty, lactonic sweetness that feels both comforting and seductive. A touch of woody depth anchors the delectable gourmand feast.

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