Green NotesOpens with
cannabisHeart
LeatherDries down to
Delphine JelkThe nose · 99 fragrances · also made L’Homme Idéal Eau de Parfum (2016)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Guerlain · Sold as masculine
Habit Rouge L'Instinct
The crisp clarity of an early morning walk through a park, where the fresh scent of citrus and greenery is punctuated by the subtle smokiness of distant barbecues.
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Habit Rouge L'InstinctPremium · $100–250
42%Similar accords, often for lessVibrant Leather Elixir · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares bergamot, leather and patchouli8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2022, Habit Rouge L'Instinct by Guerlain is crafted by perfumer Delphine Jelk and represents the house's commitment to innovation and luxurious materials. This Leather fragrance opens with a bright burst of green notes and grapefruit before transitioning into an aromatic heart that includes cannabis and mate. The base features red rose, leather, patchouli, and vanilla, creating a complex interplay between freshness and warmth, spiciness, and smokiness.
For best effect, apply this fragrance in light layers. The bright top notes are fleeting, but they set up the rich base notes that develop over time. It's ideal for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves with your activities.
Fig. 01 — Habit Rouge L'Instinct, Guerlain
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Delphine Jelk
The alchemist of surpriseDelphine Jelk is a perfumer at Firmenich who has quietly built an impressive portfolio of fragrances for some of the world's most prestigious houses, including Hermès and Guerlain.
Designer Guerlain
More from the house · founded 1828 · France
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The originalHabit Rouge L'InstinctGuerlain · Premium · $100–250Zara · 2025Vibrant Leather ElixirShares Bergamot, Leather and Patchouliunder $40★ 4.38 (185)
With Guerlain Habit Rouge Légère
Adds warm spicy, white floral and powdery; shares bergamot and patchouli and 2 more notes.
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What people
are saying.
A polarising scent: loved by 31%, disliked or hated by 29%.