Montale 2010 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Roses Elixir

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Roses Elixir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Pierre Montale. Roses Elixir opens with Citrus, Rose, and Strawberry, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Patchouli, Jasmine, and Tangerine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Vanilla. Montale's Roses Elixir carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive Montale offering - fans rave about its fruity rose charm, calling it a Miss Dior Cherie stand-in. Detractors brand it a synthetic, cloying mess. You'll either adore this vibrant, playful rose or find it a real scrubber. Blind buy at your own risk.
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  • Playful
  • Energetic
  • Feminine
  • Bold
  • Sweet
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Roses Elixir 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
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, paired with a distinct fruity-sweet profile, make it better suited for social events rather than formal or professional settings. Many reviewers mention wearing it for nights out or casual daytime activities, highlighting its 'femme fatale on vacation' and 'girly, uplifting' vibes.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, AQUA / WATER, LIMONENE, BENZYL SALICYLATE, HEXYL CINNAMAL, CITRONELLOL, LINALOOL, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, GERANIOL, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, EUGENOL, CITRAL

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Another shop's list names different allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Roses Elixir bursts open with a bright, zesty citrus leading into a saccharine strawberry note that dominates the heart. This juicy fruitiness is tempered by a soft, fresh rose, underpinned by delicate white florals like jasmine and orange blossom. As it dries, a musky warmth emerges, softened by vanilla and a whisper of amber, grounding the lively top notes in a sweet, persistent finish. Patchouli adds a subtle earthy depth, keeping the sweetness from becoming overwhelming.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United States ·

Import charges may apply

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3.4 fl oz (100 ml) 1 offer
Escentual Delivers to the United States from the United Kingdom $49.34/fl oz (£125.00)- ≈$167(£125.00) Buy → Delivers to the United States from the United Kingdom

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