Yves Rocher 2012 Edp

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So Elixir Purple

by Marie Salamagne

Yves Rocher So Elixir Purple is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Marie Salamagne. The fragrance opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Vetiver and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Woody, Patchouli, and Incense.

Our verdict on So Elixir Purple: Favourite

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
So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28%
Floral 24%
Fruity 3%
Green 7%
Sweet 19%
Warm 7%
Woody 17%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 13%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Amber
96%
Vanilla
86%
Warm Spicy
83%
Tuberose
77%

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot 100%

Heart Notes

Tuberose 66% Vetiver 34%

Base Notes

Patchouli 24% Incense 19% Tonka Bean 17% Vanilla 16% Woody 13% Benzoin 12%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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.

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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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