Lancôme 1978 Parfum

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Magie Noire

by Gérard Goupy

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Lancôme Magie Noire is a Parfum launched in 1978, created by Gérard Goupy. Magie Noire opens with Hyacinth, Bergamot, Rose, and Galbanum, settles into a heart of Cedar, Jasmine, Iris, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Spicy Notes, Musk, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Lancôme's Magie Noire carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

Magie Noire is a divisive, intoxicating potion. You’ll either fall for its dark, complex spell, or find it a bit too much, smelling like mosquito spray or an antique shop. This is a powerful, long-lasting vintage masterpiece, not for the faint of heart or those who prefer modern 'light' scents.
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Magie Noire 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent sillage and remarkable longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, as it's often described as a 'bomb'. Magie Noire shines brightest in formal and date settings, especially at night, where its rich, dark character can truly make a statement.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Magie Noire opens with a piercing green blast of galbanum and redcurrant leaf, softened by hints of rose and raspberry. It quickly descends into a complex heart of honeyed florals like tuberose and jasmine, grounded by earthy cedar and orris. The base is an animalic, dark blend of civet, oakmoss, patchouli, and smoky myrrh and incense, creating a truly rich and mysterious aroma.

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