Van Cleef & Arpels 2024 EDP

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Encens Precieux

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Van Cleef & Arpels Encens Precieux is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024. Van Cleef & Arpels's Encens Precieux carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a bold, divisive take on incense, not for the faint of heart. Some find it a masterpiece of smoky, leathery depth, while others get barnyards or chemical assaults. Sample before you buy.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Encens Precieux 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
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 Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its rich, heavy notes like incense, leather, and tobacco, make it too potent for an office or casual daytime setting. It's best suited for evening wear, particularly dates or formal events where its mysterious and sensual character can shine.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

Encens Precieux bursts open with a spicy kick of black and pink pepper, quickly ushering in a robust, smoky incense. As it settles, a warm, resinous amber intertwines with a distinct, almost wet leather accord. The dry down introduces hints of sweet vanilla and a dry tobacco, creating a complex, dark, and sensual experience with a lingering balsamic touch.

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