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Tome 1 La Pureté (2017)

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Zadig & Voltaire  ·  Sold as unisex

Tome 1 La Pureté (2017)

The quiet strength of a well-curated library, where the crisp scent of bergamot meets the warm, powdery notes of milk and patchouli.

4.3345 ratingsWarmly received so far
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
woodycitruspatchoulilactonicwarm spicypowdery
Tome 1 La Pureté (2017)Mid-range · $40–100
53%Similar accords, often for lessTonic Impact · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares bergamot and patchouli8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate19% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak9%
Weak3%
Moderate69%
Long lasting13%
Eternal6%
SillageModerate34% say strong or enormous
Intimate9%
Moderate57%
Strong13%
Enormous21%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Winter
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine3%
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Unisex55%
♀
Feminine41%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2017 by Zadig & Voltaire, Tome 1 La Pureté is a unisex Oriental Woody fragrance that revives the house's original unisex scent. The composition opens with bright bergamot before transitioning to a heart of milk and patchouli, creating an intriguing contrast between freshness and warmth. The base note of sandalwood grounds the scent, adding depth and a touch of earthiness. This fragrance is part of a collection that includes two other unisex editions — Tome 2 La Légèreté and Tome 3 L'Être — each designed to capture distinct moods and moments.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays for moderate longevity and sillage. The fresh spicy top note fades quickly, but the lactonic heart and woody base provide lasting warmth throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Tome 1 La Pureté (2017), Zadig & Voltaire

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Tome 1 La Pureté (2017)The originalTome 1 La Pureté (2017)Zadig & Voltaire · Mid-range · $40–100
53%MatchZara · 2022Tonic ImpactShares Bergamot and Patchouliunder $40★ 4.32 (25)
Tome 1 La Pureté (2017)White Forest
Try it layered

With Bjork and Berries White Forest

Adds green, fresh and leather; shares bergamot.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

4.33/ 5 · 45 ratings

Warmly received so far: loved by 58%, disliked or hated by 2%.

Love58%
Like22%
OK18%
Dislike0%
Hate2%
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