Les Absolus d'Orient Encens Mythique
“Les Absolus d'Orient Encens Mythique by Guerlain is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a amber, aldehydic composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Les Absolus d'Orient Encens Mythique, launched by Guerlain in 2019 and crafted by Thierry Wasser, is a Woody Chypre fragrance that merges the opulence of traditional materials with modern complexity. The composition opens with aldehydes and rose, creating an initial freshness that contrasts with the deeper notes of saffron and pink pepper. As it evolves, vetiver and patchouli add earthy warmth, while ambergris and olibanum introduce a subtle animalic depth. This fragrance is not just a blend but a journey through layers of richly textured scents.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance with two sprays — the fresh opening is vibrant but fades within an hour. The rich base notes take about an hour to fully bloom, so it’s best to wear it when you have time for layers to develop.
Thierry Wasser
Founding perfumer · 253 fragrances · French
Thierry Wasser is a contemporary perfumer who as of 2008 was appointed as the in-house perfumer of Guerlain. Prior to this he worked under the fragrance firms Firmenich and Givaudan.
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The story behind the bottle.
The hush before the first note at an intimate concert, where crisp aldehydes and floral freshness give way to a deep, enveloping warm spice.
Fig. 01 — Les Absolus d'Orient Encens Mythique, Guerlain
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