Yves Rocher 2010 EDP

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Vanille Noire

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Yves Rocher Vanille Noire is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Vanille Noire opens with Mandarin, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Mimosa, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Cedar. Yves Rocher's Vanille Noire carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This isn't your average saccharine vanilla. Vanille Noire is a complex, woody interpretation that’s divisive; some find it a sophisticated, natural vanilla dream, others are left wanting more ‘noir’ or complain of poor performance. Definitely don't expect a gourmand.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
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Vanille Noire Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mandarin100%
Heartas listed
Mimosa33%
Orange Blossom33%
Vanilla33%
Baseas listed
Cedar100%

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its intimate sillage and modest longevity make it suitable for close encounters rather than demanding attention, perfect for casual wear or dates. The refined vanilla and woody accords give it a relaxed elegance, but its lack of projection means it won't shine in a formal setting.

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

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

Vanille Noire opens with a delicate whisper of mandarin, quickly layered with the true star of the show: a deep, woody vanilla. Mimosa and orange blossom add a soft, powdery floral elegance, preventing any cloying sweetness, while cedar anchors the scent, lending a slightly smoky, almost boozy depth. It dries down to a comforting, sophisticated vanilla that’s far from edible.

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