Le Male Elixir
“Le Male Elixir by Jean Paul Gaultier is a Oriental Fougere fragrance for men”
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A community favourite — a vanilla, sponsored composition with a sweet undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 2023 by Jean Paul Gaultier, Le Male Elixir is a sweet gourmand-oriental fougère that stands as a bold flanker to the iconic Le Male line. Created by perfumer Quentin Bisch, this composition opens with aromatic lavender and mint before diving into a heart of honey and vanilla, balanced by tonka bean and tobacco. The result is an intense and polarizing scent, one that enthusiasts often caution against as a safe 'blind buy' due to its strong sweetness and intensity. Despite the reservations, Le Male Elixir captures the brand's signature irreverence and inclusivity, offering a rich and indulgent experience.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Due to its strong intensity and sweetness, Le Male Elixir is best worn sparingly. One or two sprays are enough to ensure that the initial sweetness gives way to the deeper tobacco and tonka bean notes as the day progresses.
Quentin Bisch
Founding perfumer · 183 fragrances
Designer Jean Paul Gaultier
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet moment before the lights dim in an intimate setting, where warm honeyed notes create a cocoon of indulgence.
Fig. 01 — Le Male Elixir, Jean Paul Gaultier
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