Yves Rocher 2012 EDP

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So Elixir Purple

by Marie Salamagne

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Yves Rocher So Elixir Purple is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Marie Salamagne. So Elixir Purple opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Vetiver and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Yves Rocher's So Elixir Purple carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

So Elixir Purple is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. For some it's a mysterious, fruity-woody marvel, for others, an artificial grape nightmare. You'll either adore its dark charm or find it overwhelming and headache-inducing.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Tuberose66%
Vetiver34%
Baseas listed
Patchouli24%
Incense19%
Tonka Bean17%
Vanilla16%
Woody Notes13%
Benzoin12%

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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting, dark oriental-woody profile make it too strong for most offices, but perfect for date nights and formal evening events where its seductive nature can shine. Casual wear is acceptable due to its perceived sweetness, especially in cooler weather, but it's entirely unsuitable for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

This opaque purple potion opens with a fleeting bright bergamot before plunging into a rich, deep blend where creamy tuberose meets earthy vetiver and patchouli. As it settles, a warm, balmy base of vanilla, tonka bean, and benzoin emerges, softened by a touch of mysterious incense and deep woody notes. It's often described as a 'purple' scent, evoking dark berries or grape liqueur with an underlying smoky sweetness.

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