Shiseido 2013 EDP

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Zen Gold Elixir

by Michel Almairac

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Shiseido Zen Gold Elixir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Michel Almairac. Zen Gold Elixir opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Peach, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Patchouli. Shiseido's Zen Gold Elixir carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly divisive patchouli-led floral, Zen Gold Elixir is either a warm embrace or a sour disappointment depending on your skin chemistry. Owners love its unique blend but lament its fleeting presence - this Elixir needs an all-day top-up.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Soft
  • Clean
  • Feminine
  • Cozy
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Zen Gold 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its soft projection and lack of longevity make it suitable for close encounters like dates or casual wear, where it won't overpower. The floral and patchouli accords are too heavy for sport, and its divisive nature might make it less ideal for formal settings.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Zen Gold Elixir opens with a bright, juicy splash of pineapple, bergamot, and peach, instantly uplifting and refreshing. This fruity zest quickly mellows into a heart of rich, powdery florals, where soft rose, jasmine, and magnolia bloom elegantly. The dry down is a prominent, earthy patchouli, softened by creamy vanilla, warm amber, and a whisper of clean musk and cedar, creating a complex and sophisticated oriental floral experience.

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