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Les Liquides Imaginaires · Sold as unisex
Saltus
The quiet intensity of an old library where the musty richness of leather-bound books meets the subtle warmth of wooden shelves and the faint hint of incense lingering in the air.
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SaltusLuxury · $250+
48%Similar accords, often for lessBurberry Brit Rhythm · BurberryPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 5 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Saltus by Les Liquides Imaginaires, launched in 2015 and crafted by perfumer Shyamala Maisondieu, is a Woody Aromatic composition that balances the sharpness of camphor with the warmth of amber and leather. The fragrance opens with an aromatic burst that quickly transitions into a smoky, balsamic heart, creating a tension between freshness and depth. This duality makes Saltus feel both immediate and enduring, like a scent that evolves gracefully throughout the day.
Apply Saltus to your pulse points for a lasting effect. The camphor notes are most prominent at first, but they quickly meld with the warmer base notes, making it ideal for both daytime and evening wear.
Fig. 01 — Saltus, Les Liquides Imaginaires
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Shyamala Maisondieu
Malaysia to IdôleShyamala Maisondieu was born in Malaysia to a Malay and Indian family, moving to London for her education before discovering her talent for fragrance while living in Hong Kong.
Designer Les Liquides Imaginaires
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 32%, disliked or hated by 20%.