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Caron · Sold as feminine
Pois de Senteur
A conservatory where the scent of delicate flowers blends with the warmth of vanilla and musk, creating a cocooning atmosphere that feels both familiar and luxurious.
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Pois de SenteurPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessDream Angels Divine · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1927 by Caron and crafted by Ernest Daltroff, Pois de Senteur is a floral masterpiece that captures the essence of delicate blossoms. The fragrance opens with hyacinth and tincture of rose, creating an immediate sense of elegance and refinement. Cyclamen and jasmine add layers of softness, while lily-of-the-valley brings a touch of green freshness to the composition. As it settles into its base notes of musk, sandalwood, and vanilla, Pois de Senteur transforms into a warm, powdery embrace that feels both lasting and intimate.
Apply Pois de Senteur in light layers — it's designed to be close-to-skin rather than overwhelming. The floral heart is most prominent within the first hour; by evening, the powdery base notes will dominate, making this fragrance ideal for a gentle day-to-night transition.
Fig. 01 — Pois de Senteur, Caron
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Ernest Daltroff
The founder who built Caron on memoryErnest Daltroff was a French perfumer born in 1867 who founded Parfums Caron in 1904, after a childhood fascination sparked by his mother's habit of dabbing perfume behind his ears at bedtime.
The Pois de Senteur line
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Designer Caron
More from the house · founded 1904 · France
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 51%, disliked or hated by 11%.