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Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L’Eau Si Sensuelle by Guerlain

Women 2013

Brand
Guerlain
Perfumer
Thierry Wasser

Description

Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau Si Sensuelle is a green floral fragrance for women. Launched in 2013, this composition was created by perfumer Thierry Wasser. Its opening features bergamot, grapefruit, neroli, and green notes that awaken the senses; the heart reveals iris, jasmine, and rose; while the base settles on vanilla and tonka bean.

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 18%
  • Spring 35%
  • Summer 23%
  • Autumn 24%
  • Day 71%
  • Night 29%

Key notes

Community

1,155 votes

  • Positive 90%
  • Negative 8.6%
  • Neutral 1.0%
positive reviews 1.2 k community votes
LongevityLong-lasting SillageModerate Best momentDay CharacterFeminine

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In the collection

Leading answer I own it

2,960 votes

Season

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Leading answer Spring

845 votes

Time of day

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Leading answer Day

489 votes

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Fragrance profile

About Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L’Eau Si Sensuelle

Main accord citrus Year 2013 Gender Women Perfumer Thierry Wasser

Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L’Eau Si Sensuelle is a green floral fragrance for women. Launched in 2013, this composition was created by perfumer Thierry Wasser. Its opening features bergamot, grapefruit, neroli, and green notes that awaken the senses; the heart reveals iris, jasmine, and rose; while the base settles on vanilla and tonka bean.

Green, herbal and fougère Flowers White flowers Spices

How it wears

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Longevity

Leading answer Long-lasting

336 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

479 votes

Character

Leading answer Traditionally feminine

60 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Fair price

60 votes

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  1. CookieCat

    I define it as citrusy, fresh, clean, and talcum-powdery; it’s the only one in its class that shines brighter the colder it gets. It doesn’t exist in tropical climates, but it’s a marvel for fresh, windy spring days. LONGEVITY: over 7 hours; moderate projection that fades over time, though it’s easily noticeable around me, being very strong in the first 45 minutes. SCENT: fresh, clean, soapy, and talcum-powdery, with just the right touch of sweetness so it doesn’t just smell like lemon. Totally feminine, elegant, and suitable for any occasion, though not for every climate or season.

    • Longevity
    • Powdery
    • Fresh
    • Sillage

  2. SeleneHdez

    It’s a ‘skin scent’ but very long-lasting, warm, with a unisex touch. At first, citrus dominates along with a charming dusty note; then the iris settles in with that citrusy hint, ending with vanilla. The middle stage lasts a long time, easily 8 hours. It reminds me of baby oil, but I love it. It’s very soft and not intrusive at all. This version is identical to Shalimar Parfum Initial L’Eau, except at the start Sensuelle is more citrusy, and after 15 minutes they are indistinguishable. You can buy either; Sensuelle was limited and is cheaper.

    • Longevity
    • Citrus
    • Iris
    • Vanilla