Yves Rocher 2003 EDT

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Pur desir de Lavande

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Yves Rocher Pur desir de Lavande is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2003. Yves Rocher's Pur desir de Lavande carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Divisive yet adored, this lavender-musk scent isn't for everyone; some find it a unique, soft gem, others a synthetic headache. Try before you buy, but for its fans, it's a nostalgic, comforting staple.
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  • Relaxed
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Cozy
  • Classic
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Pur desir de Lavande Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Allas listed
Lavender67%
Musk33%

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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its gentle sillage and fresh, clean character make it a great daytime and casual choice, with many reviewers mentioning it as suitable for the office. However, its weaker longevity and intimate nature mean it might not stand out for formal events or lively dates.

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

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Pur Desir de Lavande opens with a surprising twist on traditional lavender, blending its familiar herbal and aromatic facets with a creamy, almost sweet nuance. A warm, clean musk emerges, softening the edges and creating a powdery freshness that feels both sensuous and effortless. This isn't a sharp, medicinal lavender, but a smooth, comforting interpretation, almost like a lavender infused with a hint of dark honey, settling into a beautiful skin scent.

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