Lancôme 2023 Extrait

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La Vie est Belle L'Extrait

by Dominique Ropion , Anne Flipo

Lancôme La Vie est Belle L'Extrait is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Dominique Ropion and Anne Flipo. La Vie est Belle L'Extrait opens with Red Fruits, Bergamot, and Frankincense, settles into a heart of Rose and Iris Pallida Absolute, and dries down to a base of Oud. Lancôme's La Vie est Belle L'Extrait carries an Acquired verdict, a oud-led wear.

Lancôme's La Vie est Belle L'Extrait is a polarising beast. Forget the original's saccharine simplicity; this is a sophisticated, woody iris that divides opinion sharpish. Some find it a masterpiece of subtle oud and lipsticky florals, while others balk at its 'mature' or even 'foul' opening. Definitely not one for a blind buy.
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
La Vie est Belle L'Extrait Extrait bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9%
Floral 21%
Fruity 11%
Green 2%
Sweet 17%
Warm 14%
Woody 25%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 16%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With strong projection and long-lasting performance, this extrait is better suited to evenings and cooler weather. Its bold, refined character makes it ideal for date nights and formal events, though perhaps a bit much for the office.

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About

Opens with an intriguing, almost salty frankincense and juicy red fruits, quickly deepening into the powdery, waxy heart of iris pallida and a rich rose. The base emerges with a refined oud, expertly woven to be more woody and resinous than animalic, lending a dark, earthy sophistication. While recognisably LVEB, it’s a drier, smokier, less sweet interpretation with a luxurious, even chocolatey undertone for some.