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Héliotrope

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Oriza L. Legrand  ·  Sold as unisex

Héliotrope

The quiet intimacy of a library filled with old books and the faint scent of almond cookies baking in the background.

3.90365 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
powderyalmondvanillasweetfloralnutty
Héliotrope

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate36% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak5%
Weak9%
Moderate49%
Long lasting26%
Eternal10%
SillageModerate34% say strong or enormous
Intimate21%
Moderate46%
Strong23%
Enormous11%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
🍂
Fall
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Winter
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Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine5%
⚥
Unisex24%
♀
Feminine71%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 1886 by Oriza L. Legrand, Héliotrope is a time-honored floral fragrance that captures the essence of a warm and comforting embrace. The heliotrope at its core evokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth, while the almond and vanilla notes add layers of sweetness and depth. The powdery and nutty accords complement these elements perfectly, creating an olfactory experience that is both classic and enduring.

How to wear it

Apply Héliotrope to your pulse points, where the warmth of your skin will activate its powdery and floral notes. The fragrance has a moderate sillage, so one or two sprays are enough to carry you through the day without overpowering those around you.

Fig. 01 — Héliotrope, Oriza L. Legrand

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Designer Oriza L. Legrand

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.90/ 5 · 365 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 15%.

Love35%
Like36%
OK15%
Dislike14%
Hate1%
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