Eau de Toilette2001
Aqua Allegoria Gentiana

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Guerlain  ·  Sold as feminine

Aqua Allegoria Gentiana

The crisp air of an early morning walk through a fragrant garden where the scent of grapefruit and gentian merges with the soft glow of dawn.

4.01335 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
citrussweetfloralfresh spicyaromaticwoody
Aqua Allegoria GentianaPremium · $100–250
53%Similar accords, often for lessImpact Masculin · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate24% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak8%
Weak16%
Moderate51%
Long lasting16%
Eternal8%
SillageModerate38% say strong or enormous
Intimate22%
Moderate40%
Strong21%
Enormous17%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine11%
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Unisex36%
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Feminine54%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Aqua Allegoria Gentiana by Guerlain, launched in 2001, is a Floral Green fragrance that embodies the essence of French elegance and innovation. The composition begins with a bright citrus trio of grapefruit, lime, and bergamot, followed by gentian and pear notes that add a delicate sweetness. These top and middle notes give way to a warm, powdery base of musk and sandalwood, creating a harmonious balance between freshness and warmth.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays to the neck and wrists for optimal longevity. The citrus notes are vibrant but short-lived, so it's best to layer this fragrance throughout the day for continuous freshness. It reads better close to skin than in a wide sillage.

Fig. 01 — Aqua Allegoria Gentiana, Guerlain

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Aqua Allegoria GentianaHabit Rouge Légère
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With Guerlain Habit Rouge Légère

Adds patchouli, leather and warm spicy; shares lime and bergamot and 1 more note.

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What people
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4.01/ 5 · 335 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 15%.

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OK4%
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