Yves Rocher 2013 EDT

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Ambre Noir

by Christophe Raynaud

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Yves Rocher Ambre Noir is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Christophe Raynaud. Ambre Noir opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Amber, Violet Leaf, Lavender, and Elemi, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Tonka Bean. Yves Rocher's Ambre Noir carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This amber woody blend is a bit of a mixed bag; some love its warm, sensual embrace, while others feel it's too soft. It's a nice, affordable option for those cosy autumn and winter vibes, but don't expect it to shout.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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Ambre Noir Eau de Toilette 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and warm, intimate amber character make it suitable for casual wear and dates where a subtle, inviting scent is preferred. The lack of strong sillage means it can work in an office setting without being overpowering, but it's not quite bold enough for formal events or fresh enough for sport.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

Ambre Noir opens with a refined warmth, dominated by a rich, smoothly balanced amber that's neither too sweet nor too heavy. Tonka bean adds a creamy, vanilla-like facet, while vetiver and cedar provide an earthy, aromatic backbone that grounds the composition. Hints of lavender peek through, offering a subtle freshness before settling into a soft, woody, and slightly patchouli-laced dry down.

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