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Le Male Essence de Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier
2016 • Men

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER
LE MALE ESSENCE DE PARFUM

Le Male Essence de Parfum opens with a crisp and invigorating blend of artemisia, bergamot, pepper, and cardamom, creating a spicy and aromatic first impression that immediately draws you in. As it evolves, the heart reveals a rich tapestry of leather, sage, lavender, and cinnamon, balancing warmth and depth while providing a sophisticated edge. The fragrance dries down to a cozy base of vanilla, amberwood, costus, musk, and coumarin, leaving a soft yet memorable signature that lingers on the skin. Best suited for the colder months, Le Male Essence de Parfum shines during fall and winter evenings, making it an ideal choice for intimate gatherings or nights out. With moderate longevity and a presence that stays close to the skin, it’s perfect for those who prefer a subtle yet impactful scent. This fragrance stands out in the realm of men's perfumes, skillfully combining warmth with aromatic undertones. If you're searching for a versatile option that balances spice and comfort, consider adding this to your collection-it's a refined choice that doesn't shy away from making a statement.

Community Rating
4.2
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person Perfumer Quentin Bisch
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The opening leans on cardamom and pepper, then a leather and lavender accord takes over within the first hour. What you'll smell on skin hours in is vanilla, coumarin, and amberwood — the base does the heavy lifting here. Longevity is solid, though the sillage stays politely close — a quiet endurance scent. Hits hardest across fall and winter with a nighttime tilt. The 4.2-star rating with 9,095 voters behind it makes a blind buy defensible.

timerLONGEVITY

8-12 Hours67%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Moderate39%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 21.4% SPRING
wb_sunny 6.6% SUMMER
eco 36.2% FALL
ac_unit 35.8% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 39% DAY
dark_mode 62% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

warm spicy 100%
aromatic 91%
leather 79%
vanilla 77%
lavender 68%
fresh spicy 67%
animalic 62%
woody 61%
herbal 59%
cinnamon 58%

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