L'Artisan Parfumeur 2002 EDP

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Poivre Piquant

by Bertrand Duchaufour

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L'Artisan Parfumeur Poivre Piquant is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2002, created by Bertrand Duchaufour. Poivre Piquant opens with Pepper, settles into a heart of Milk, Sugar Cane, and Licorice, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Honey. L'Artisan Parfumeur's Poivre Piquant carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one is a divisive marvel. Many adore its unique milky-peppery dance, calling it heavenly and comforting. Others find it strangely medicinal or just plain underwhelming due to performance issues. Blind buy with caution, but if it works for you, it's a truly distinctive scent.
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  • Subtle
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Warm
  • Soft
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Poivre Piquant Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pepper100%
Heartas listed
Licorice33%
Milk33%
Sugar Cane33%
Baseas listed
Honey50%
Woody Notes50%

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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its low sillage and moderate longevity make it suitable for close-contact settings like the office or casual wear, as it won't overwhelm. However, its unusual profile and lack of traditional 'oomph' make it less ideal for formal events or energetic activities.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

A curious blend opening with a startling, almost fizzy burst of freshly milled pepper, quickly softened by a comforting, creamy milk accord. Hints of sweet honey and subtle, herbal licorice weave through, all underpinned by a gentle woody base. It's an intriguing play between warm spice and soothing, lactonic sweetness, like a sophisticated chai tea.

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