Lancôme 2016 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Oud Ambroisie

by Ilias Ermenidis

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Lancôme Oud Ambroisie is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Ilias Ermenidis. Lancôme's Oud Ambroisie carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, divisive honeyed oud that some hail as a masterpiece, while others can't get past a synthetic, almost gasoline-like opening. If it works for you, it's a winter beast.
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Oud Ambroisie 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, coupled with its rich, heavy notes of oud and honey, make it less suitable for office or sport. It truly shines for intimate date nights and cooler-weather formal events, where its luxurious presence can be appreciated without overwhelming.

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

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

Oud Ambroisie opens with a powerful, almost syrupy honey, quickly joined by the resinous depth of oud. This isn't a shy scent; it's thick and opulent from the start. A subtle, jammy rose weaves through the heart, preventing the honey from becoming cloying, while patchouli and cedar in the base provide a rich, woody foundation, occasionally hinting at a smoky, balsamic character.

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