Laura Mercier 2008 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Neroli

by Maurice Roucel

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Laura Mercier Neroli is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Maurice Roucel. Neroli opens with Lemon Zest and Bitter Orange, settles into a heart of Neroli, Jasmine, Peony, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Laura Mercier's Neroli carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Divisive. Some find it a sweet, creamy dream; others think it's cloying and a bit 'bubblegum'. Expect a potent neroli hit, but check how it dries down on your skin.
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Neroli 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:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

While some found it suitable for casual and office wear, its long-lasting, strong sillage and opulent character mean it's better suited for dates and evenings out where it can truly shine without overpowering. The creamy dry-down lends itself to more intimate settings.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Limon Peel Oil from Lemon Zest
  • Citrus Limon Peel Oil from Lemon Zest
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Neroli bursts open with a bright, zesty lemon and bitter orange accord, immediately transporting you to a Mediterranean grove. The heart quickly unfurls with a rich, honeyed neroli, supported by a lush bouquet of jasmine, peony, and freesia. As it settles, a warm, sensual base of soft musk, creamy vanilla, and sandalwood emerges, adding depth and a comforting embrace.

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