Yves Rocher 2010 EDT

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So Elixir

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud , Marie Salamagne , Olivier Cresp

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Yves Rocher So Elixir is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2010, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud, Marie Salamagne, and Olivier Cresp. So Elixir opens with Bergamot and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Tonka Bean. Yves Rocher's So Elixir carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This EDT is a surprisingly refined, peppery patchouli scent. It's often compared to more expensive French classics but offers a lighter, more wearable experience for everyday elegance without breaking the bank. A well-liked alternative, even if it's sadly discontinued.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Elegant
  • Confident
  • Warm
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So Elixir Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot58%
Pink Pepper42%
Heartas listed
Jasmine56%
Rose44%
Baseas listed
Patchouli61%
Tonka Bean39%

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 Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its lighter, more subtle profile compared to the EDP makes it very versatile, fitting for everyday wear and casual settings. While classy enough for dates and some formal events, its patchouli-forward nature might be a bit much for very formal or sporty occasions.

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

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

So Elixir EDT opens with a lively burst of bergamot and a sharp kick of pink pepper, quickly giving way to a heart of delicate rose and sweet jasmine. The fragrance settles into a warm, earthy base where prominent patchouli is softened by creamy tonka bean, creating a sophisticated and enduring presence that lingers beautifully.

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