Maître Parfumeur et Gantier 1988 EDT

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Ambre Precieux

by Jean-François Laporte

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Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Ambre Precieux is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1988, created by Jean-François Laporte. Ambre Precieux opens with Lavender and Myrrh, settles into a heart of Nutmeg and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Amber, Peru Balsam, and Tolu Balsam. Maître Parfumeur et Gantier's Ambre Precieux carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A classic for a reason - Ambre Precieux is the benchmark for amber fragrances. While some find it dated or a touch too powdery, for many, it's the definitive rich, warm, and comforting amber experience. You'll either love its traditional charm or find it a bit too old-school.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
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Ambre Precieux Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Myrrh56%
Lavender44%
Heartas listed
Vanilla57%
Nutmeg43%
Baseas listed
Amber45%
Tolu Balsam29%
Peru Balsam26%

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
Moderate
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 Casual Formal

Its rich, warm, and somewhat powdery amber profile is perfect for cooler weather, making it excellent for dates, formal events, or cosy casual wear. Reviews mention it's a 'snuggler' and 'luxury' for cold nights, though some users find performance a bit lacking.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Myroxylon Balsamum Pereirae Balsam Extract from Peru Balsam
  • 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

Ambre Precieux opens with a brief herbal lift of lavender, quickly giving way to a smooth, sweet, and profoundly balsamic amber heart. Imagine rich, golden resins blended with a warm vanilla and a hint of nutmeg spice. The drydown settles into a soft, powdery embrace, where tolu and Peru balsams add depth and an almost chewy sweetness, creating a luxurious and enduring warmth.

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