Shiseido 2013 EDP
Zen Gold Elixir
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 an Acquired verdict, a patchouli-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.
- Warm
- Soft
- Clean
- Feminine
- Cozy
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When To Wear
Best Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Best Occasions
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.
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