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Estée Lauder · Sold as feminine
Estee Extrait
The quiet sophistication of a woman sipping tea in her private sitting room, where soft florals mingle with the subtle earthiness of woodsy notes.
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Estee ExtraitMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1968 by Estée Lauder, Estee Extrait is a floral aldehyde fragrance created by perfumers Bernard Chant and Betty Busse. The composition opens with bright aldehydes and lily-of-the-valley, giving way to a heart of jasmine, tuberose, and ylang-ylang, all anchored by earthy oakmoss and woody base notes like sandalwood and cedar. This fragrance is a proof of the brand's early focus on elegance and sophistication, capturing the essence of refined femininity.
Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points and allow it to settle for a few minutes before heading out. The aldehydes give an immediate impact, while the base notes develop slowly over time, ensuring the fragrance remains close to the skin throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Estee Extrait, Estée Lauder
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Bernard Chant
The father of the modern chypreBernard Chant was the head perfumer for International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), celebrated for his mastery of the patchouli powdered chypre.
Co-created with Betty Busse
Designer Estée Lauder
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