Yves Rocher 2013 EDP

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Secret d'Essences Neroli

by Véronique Nyberg

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Yves Rocher Secret d'Essences Neroli is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Véronique Nyberg. Secret d'Essences Neroli opens with Bitter Orange and Petitgrain, settles into a heart of Neroli and Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Musk. Yves Rocher's Secret d'Essences Neroli carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a divisive gem. You've got the bitter citrus and green notes that some swoon over, comparing it to ridiculously expensive neroli offerings, while others find it too sharp or even reminiscent of old men's cologne. Not a safe blind buy, but a serious contender if you love clean, natural neroli.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Soft
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Secret d'Essences Neroli Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bitter Orange56%
Petitgrain44%
Heartas listed
Neroli56%
Orange Blossom44%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and clean profile, coupled with moderate sillage, makes it perfect for casual outings and office wear without being overpowering. While not ideal for formal events due to its simplicity, its uplifting nature is excellent for sport and daytime wear, aligning with many reviewers' experiences.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Yves Rocher's Neroli bursts forth with a bright, crisp hit of bitter orange and petitgrain, a zesty green freshness that sets the stage. Soon, the heart blooms with the luminous, slightly sweet scent of neroli and orange blossom, evoking sun-drenched Mediterranean groves. A subtle, clean musk grounds the composition, adding depth without weighing down the ethereal florals, leaving a fresh, natural aroma.

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