Aromatics Elixir Perfumer's Reserve

Name: Aromatics Elixir Perfumer's Reserve Eau de Parfum (EDP)
Brand: Clinique

Clinique · Eau de Parfum (EDP) · 2011

Woody · Mossy Woody (Chypre)Designerfeminine

≈ $150 · 100ml · approx. retail

A limited-edition reworking of Aromatics Elixir released for the original's 40th anniversary, richer in myrrh and labdanum and softer on the aldehydes. The sage-and-bergamot opening and the oakmoss-patchouli spine remain intact.

Woody Mossy / Chypre Aromatic Balsamic Patchouli Floral

The scent

Top notes

The opening · first 15 minutes

Clary Sage Bergamot Lemon Verbena Orange Blossom

Heart notes

The core · the next few hours

Rose Jasmine Tuberose

Base notes

The dry-down · what lingers

Oakmoss Patchouli Myrrh Vetiver Labdanum Woody Notes

Best for

FallWinterEveningSpecial Occasion

Perfumer

Laurent Le Guernec

14 in collection

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