Gaiac 10 Tokyo
“Gaiac 10 Tokyo by Le Labo is a Woody fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
A community favourite — a woody, sponsored composition with a musky undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2011 by Le Labo and created by perfumer Annick Ménardo, Gaiac 10 unfolds as a contemplative journey through sacred woods and smoky resins. The fragrance's core is built around frankincense and guaiac wood, creating an almost meditative experience that is further grounded by the earthy warmth of leather and cedar. It whispers rather than shouts—intelligent, restrained, and profoundly sensual, revealing new facets with each hour on skin.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Notes
As listed
Main Accords
Woody Herbal
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
A Woody Fragrance
Guaiac Wood
Guaiac Wood is harvested from the Guaiac tree native to South America. Its scent is intense and smoky with a hint of sweetness, reminiscent of campfire embers mingled with earthy undertones. This rich aroma makes it a cornerstone for creating deep, complex fragrances.
Musk
Musk, once sourced from the musk deer and now often recreated synthetically, offers an earthy, slightly sweet aroma reminiscent of skin. Its versatility allows it to blend seamlessly into various fragrance families, from oriental to woody, enhancing their depth without overpowering them.
Cedar
Cedar, sourced from various species of coniferous trees, exudes a deep, resinous aroma with hints of sweetness and wood smoke. Its scent is both comforting and grounding, reminiscent of old libraries or the quiet solitude of a forest. This versatile note has long been favored for its ability to blend seamlessly into complex compositions without overpowering other ingredients.
Application Tips
Apply two sprays to ensure a moderate sillage and longevity. The frankincense and guaiac wood notes will develop over time, so let it settle into your skin for at least an hour before fully enjoying its depth.
Annick Ménardo
Founding perfumer · 109 fragrances · French
Annick Ménardo is a French perfumer who has worked for the fragrance house Firmenich since 1991, building a long career within one of the industry's major laboratories.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet solitude of an ancient library where the scent of aged books and wood intermingles with the subtle musk of leather bindings.
Fig. 01 — Gaiac 10 Tokyo, Le Labo
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