Rochas 1998 Edp

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Alchimie

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

Rochas Alchimie is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1998, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. The fragrance opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin, and Peach, settles into a heart of Rose, Lily Of The Valley, Coconut, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Amber, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Caramel.

Our verdict on Alchimie: Acquired

A legendary, much-missed masterpiece, Alchimie is either an intoxicating, complex floriental dream or a muddled, cucumber-pickled nightmare depending on your skin chemistry. The passion for its return is palpable, a true testament to its unique, divisive charm.
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  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Classic
Alchimie Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7%
Floral 29%
Fruity 18%
Green 10%
Sweet 35%
Warm 7%
Woody 5%
Earthy 3%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 17%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Fruity
100%
Sweet
99%
Floral
79%
Vanilla
79%
Powdery
67%

Notes

Top Notes

Peach 13% Plum 11% Lilac 10% Pear 9% Blackcurrant 9% Redcurrant Leaf 9% Hyacinth 8% Mandarin 8% Grapefruit 8% Bergamot 8% Cucumber 7%

Heart Notes

Black Locust 17% Wisteria 16% Coconut 14% Heliotrope 14% Jasmine 14% Rose 13% Lily Of The Valley 11%

Base Notes

Caramel 17% Vanilla 16% Tonka Bean 15% Sandalwood 14% Amber 13% Licorice 13% Musk 11%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, enveloping nature and reported strong projection make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for date nights or formal events where its depth can truly shine. While some find it too much for casual daytime, many still cherish it for cozy, relaxed moments, especially in cooler weather.

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Alchimie unfurls with a lush explosion of blackcurrant, peach, and plum, brightened by bergamot, before softening into a heart of creamy coconut, delicate rose, and heady jasmine. The dry-down reveals a sumptuous base of warm vanilla, rich caramel, and smooth sandalwood, creating a sweet, enveloping aura that is both comforting and alluring. It's a journey from vibrant fruit to a deeply sensual, gourmand embrace.

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