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Les Absolus d'Orient Encens Mythique by Guerlain
2019 • Unisex

GUERLAIN
LES ABSOLUS D'ORIENT ENCENS MYTHIQUE

Les Absolus d'Orient Encens Mythique opens with a striking blend of rose, aldehydes, and saffron. The rose adds a fresh, floral brilliance, while the aldehydes introduce a crisp, effervescent quality that dances above the richer warmth of saffron. As the fragrance develops, the heart reveals an intriguing mix of vetiver, pink pepper, and patchouli. This transition brings a spicy warmth and earthy depth, creating a sophisticated balance. In the dry down, the base notes of ambergris, woodsy notes, and olibanum emerge, enveloping the wearer in a rich, resinous warmth that lingers beautifully. This unisex Eau de Parfum is particularly well-suited for the cooler months of fall and winter, making it a versatile choice for both day and night wear. With long-lasting performance and a moderate sillage, Encens Mythique stands out for its ability to blend warmth and freshness seamlessly. Ideal for those who appreciate bold yet refined scents, this fragrance is reminiscent of the depth found in classic perfumes while feeling modern and relevant. If you're drawn to scents that carry both warmth and complexity, this is definitely worth exploring.

Community Rating
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person Perfumer Thierry Wasser
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verifiedBy Fragranova Editors

The opening leans on aldehydes and rose, then a pink pepper and patchouli accord takes over within the first hour. What you'll smell on skin hours in is ambergris, olibanum, and woodsy notes — the base does the heavy lifting here. Performance lands in the middle: dependable longevity with measured projection. Lives in the fall-to-winter window at any hour. Verdict: a solid mid-tier pick with broad appeal at 4.1/5.

timerLONGEVITY

8-12 Hours75%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Strong54%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 24.4% SPRING
wb_sunny 11.5% SUMMER
eco 32.1% FALL
ac_unit 32.1% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 45% DAY
dark_mode 55% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

amber 100%
aldehydic 74%
woody 72%
rose 71%
warm spicy 68%
fresh 61%
animalic 60%
balsamic 58%
fresh spicy 53%

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