2003
Miracle Intense
Also asEau de Parfum · 2000 →

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Lancôme  ·  Sold as feminine

Miracle Intense

The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, where the spicy aroma meets the floral notes of a fresh pastry.

3.84116 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
fresh spicyfloralwhite floralamberwarm spicysmoky
Miracle IntensePremium · $100–250
62%Similar accords, often for lessZara White · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting62% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak0%
Weak11%
Moderate27%
Long lasting54%
Eternal8%
SillageStrong73% say strong or enormous
Intimate8%
Moderate20%
Strong38%
Enormous35%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine0%
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Unisex20%
♀
Feminine80%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2003 by Lancôme and crafted by Jean-Pierre Béthouart and Alain Astori, Miracle Intense is a fragrance that intertwines fresh spiciness with rich floral notes. The composition opens with the zesty freshness of ginger and pepper, creating an immediate sense of vibrancy and energy. This contrasts beautifully with the heart of magnolia and jasmine, which brings a softness and warmth to the blend. Incense adds a subtle smokiness, grounding the fragrance in an earthy depth that is both intriguing and comforting.

How to wear it

Miracle Intense is best applied with one or two sprays — the ginger and pepper top notes are quite potent but fade within an hour. The musky base then takes over, providing warmth and depth throughout the day. This fragrance reads better close to skin than across a room.

Fig. 01 — Miracle Intense, Lancôme

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03 · The nose

Jean-Pierre Béthouart

From chemistry to Caron's Parfum Sacré

Jean-Pierre Béthouart is a French perfumer born in Picardy who studied chemistry before discovering perfumery, beginning his career at Givaudan in 1981 and working there until 1987, after which he became a senior perfumer at Firmenich.

22fragrances
Frenchnationality

Co-created with Alain Astori

The Miracle line

13 fragrances, compared side by side

Designer Lancôme

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Miracle IntenseThe originalMiracle IntenseLancôme · Premium · $100–250
62%MatchZara · 2017Zara WhiteShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 4.01 (360)
Miracle IntenseMagie Noire Parfum
Try it layered

With Lancôme Magie Noire Parfum

Adds woody, green and aromatic; shares jasmine and incense and 1 more note.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.84/ 5 · 116 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 22%.

Love34%
Like40%
OK4%
Dislike22%
Hate1%
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