L'Eau de L'Eau
“L'Eau de L'Eau by Diptyque is a Aromatic fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a warm spicy, citrus composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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L'Eau de L'Eau, launched by Diptyque in 2008 and crafted by perfumer Olivier Pescheux, is an aromatic composition that blends fresh citrus notes with warm spices. The fragrance opens with a bright burst of lemon, green mandarin, and grapefruit, which gives way to the heart notes of petitgrain, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon. Lavender and geranium add an herbal complexity before settling into a base of amber, orange blossom, pimento, benzoin, patchouli, and tonka bean. This interplay between freshness and warmth creates a dynamic scent that is both invigorating and comforting.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply L'Eau de L'Eau with two sprays to ensure that both the citrus top notes and the warm spicy base are well-balanced. The fragrance blooms over an hour, so it's best to apply it before you need it to reach its full character.
Olivier Pescheux
Founding perfumer · 82 fragrances
Designer Diptyque
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The story behind the bottle.
The moment you step out of the shower, enveloped in the fresh scent of soap mingled with the warmth of a cozy towel.
Fig. 01 — L'Eau de L'Eau, Diptyque
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