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L’Instant de Guerlain pour Homme EDT
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L'Instant de Guerlain for Homme EDT by Guerlain is a woody fragrance for men. Launched in 2016, this composition was created by Sylvaine Delacourte and Beatrice Piquet. The top notes unfold with lemon, sour lime, star anise, bergamot, elemi, and pepper; the heart reveals tea, hibiscus, cayenne, smoke, and jasmine; while the base notes complete the olfactory pyramid with cacao pod, patchouli, and sandalwood.
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I don’t know what happened to this fragrance when they changed the bottle; now it smells like plastic and has nothing to do with the previous one.
Pungent lemon at the start, then the dry down becomes elegant as the cocoa, patchouli, and anise emerge. It might look a bit formal, as if it has 40% of the old version. I had the old bottle and this 2016 edition are equal in longevity and projection (both very good). The scent is almost identical, but it seems to have undergone a subtle change, as if it were ‘modernized’, especially in the dry down. It’s fine, sophisticated, and I believe it’s one of the best I’ve tried. Update 04/12/22: I have to correct myself. I don’t know if there was a reformulation in 2018, but I got a bottle from that year last week, and it is extremely weak, unlike the 2017 batch I reviewed. For fans like me, the ideal is to get the discontinued rectangular bottle. Comparing my vintage with the new (2015 version), I confirm the scent changed: the old one is denser, darker, and more potent; the new one is more citrusy, bright, subtle, and intimate.
Pungent lemon for the first hour, then the dry down transforms into elegance as the cocoa, patchouli, and anise emerge. It feels a bit formal, as if it has 40% of an old fragrance. I had the previous bottle before this 2016 edition, and they are equal in longevity and projection (both very good). The scent is very similar to the previous version (almost identical), but it seems to have undergone a subtle modification, especially in the dry down, as if it were ‘modernized’. It’s fine, sophisticated, and I dare say it’s one of the best I’ve tried. Update 04/12/22: Trying to be honest, I have to correct myself. I don’t know if there was a reformulation in 2018, but I got a bottle from that year last week, and it is extremely weak, unlike the 2017 batch I reviewed. In short, for fans of this scent, the ideal is to get the discontinued rectangular bottle. Comparing my vintage with the new (2015 version), I confirm the aroma changed: the vintage is denser, darker, and more potent; the new one is more citrusy, bright, subtle, and intimate.
Exquisite, delicious aroma, original, and very gourmand. The notes I smell the most are lemon and chocolate, perfectly blended. It’s not heavy or intrusive. On my skin, it lasts between 6 and 7 hours and projects moderately for 1 to 2 hours.
I’ll just say it’s exquisite, a delicious, original, and very gourmand aroma. The notes I feel the most are lemon and chocolate perfectly blended; it’s not heavy or intrusive. It lasts between 6 and 7 hours on my skin and projects moderately for 1 or 2 hours.
A solid perfume, I like it up to a point. It’s different and approachable. The opening and first phase are tea with lemon; that acidity comes from the tea and hibiscus flower combined. Those who know the flower know it’s acidic with a sweet touch, like when you put it in your mate (be careful, the first few times it can loosen your bowels and is diuretic). Then it becomes creamy, drying down with a light touch of cocoa and patchouli (quite present). I don’t see it as woody. The key is LIGHT, like in Kundera’s novel ‘The Unbearable Lightness of Being’. Maybe they should rename ‘L’Instant’ to ‘Lightness’. Everything is light, subtle, pleasant, with low sillage and projection. It’s an intimate scent. If you’re looking for power or intense perfumes, stay away. I see it as unisex. In Argentina, it’s not cheap. If you’re looking for a bold, sweet, sensual, conquering scent to impress, this isn’t it. It won’t disappoint if you keep your general expectations in check.
A solid perfume, I like it up to a point. It’s different and approachable. The opening is like tea with lemon; that acidity comes from the mix of tea, lemon, and hibiscus flower, which is consumed this way: acidic with a sweet touch. I add hibiscus petals to my mate (bitter), but watch out, at first it can loosen your bowels and is diuretic. Then it becomes creamy and dries down with a light note of cocoa and patchouli (quite present). I don’t see it as woody. The key is LIGHT, like in Kundera’s novel ‘The Unbearable Lightness of Being’. Maybe they should call it ‘LIGHTNESS’ instead of ‘L’INSTANT’. Everything is light, subtle, pleasant, with low sillage and projection. It’s an intimate scent. Warning to perfume addicts: stay away! I see it as unisex. In Argentina, it’s not cheap. If you’re looking for something bold, sweet, sensual, conquering, or to impress, this isn’t it. It won’t disappoint if you don’t expect what people usually look for in a perfume.
I love Aguirón for the quality of their fragrances (all are very well crafted). L’Instant is no exception: a special aroma with citrus, anise, tea, and cocoa notes. It’s a fresh proposal featuring cocoa, which is uncommon. Very versatile, not invasive, suitable for almost any weather and occasion. The downside is average longevity (4-5 hours) and low projection (1-2 hours), after which it’s only noticeable up close.
Wow! What perfume is this? It has incredible quality, I’d say it’s niche. It has a unique personality; there’s nothing like it on the market. It smells fresh and citrusy at first, then moves to floral with woods and smoke. Try it without hesitation; it works for all climates. It’s a gem!
Wow, what a perfume! Niche-level quality, you can’t believe it. It has an incredible personality, it’s unique, and there’s nothing like it on the market. It smells fresh and citrusy at first, then transitions into floral with woods and a smoky touch. Try it without hesitation; it works for any weather. It’s an absolute gem.
A brilliant creation by Guerlain. The salesperson recommended it while I was browsing the Vetiver line. It starts citrusy, fades quickly, then shifts into tea (the only time I’ve ever smelled that note). It blends with lemon and a very soft touch of cocoa. It’s one of the best I’ve tried—elegant and refined. Despite being new, it has a strong vintage vibe. Watch out: this isn’t for light wearers. You need at least 10 sprays because it lacks projection and longevity, which is true for almost all perfumes today that seem designed for skin scent alone. Even Guerlain’s Vetiver lasts longer than this 2018 L’Instant, which is a shame. I’m not sure if the EDP version lasts longer.
Marvelous creation by Guerlain. I knew about it because I went to buy the Vetiver, and the salesperson recommended it to me. It has a citrus opening that lasts only a few minutes before settling into tea (the only perfume I own with this note), and then it becomes a fusion between tea, lemon, and cocoa in a lighter way. I repeat, it’s one of the best perfumes I’ve ever smelled, with absolute elegance and refinement. Despite being modern, it has a very strong vintage vibe. Not all are good: to enjoy it, you need at least 10 sprays because it lacks trail and longevity like almost all current perfumes, where they all seem to be skin scents, with few exceptions. Even the Vetiver from the same house seems more durable to me than the L’Instant, which is a shame; I got the 2018 batch. I don’t know if the EDP has better longevity.
I prefer this version, more modern, than the classic 2004 one.
Wow, what a fragrance. Honestly, it’s exquisite. The opening is citrusy with that anise touch that stands out most; the citrus is between lemon juice and bergamot peel, that peel has the same intensity as elemi and lasts the first 5-7 minutes. Then the peppers grow and fade. It darkens a bit, you perceive the tea and something sweet that I don’t know what it is. At 15-20 minutes, the patchouli and cocoa rise and gradually dominate. Possibly it’s my skin, but I notice it smells more citrusy in summer and warmer the rest of the year, maybe it’s just me.
I’ll be brief. Scent: Incredible. One of the best and most original designer scents. Longevity: 1 hour (no joke). In a dry season, where perfumes last days, this lasts 3-4 hours, meaning it’s lighter than a cologne. Trail: Absolutely none. It makes me very angry because the scent is fabulous. Guerlain, stop deceiving us and return to your roots.
What a rich aroma and great combination. It feels like a green lemon (not ripe yellow) mixed with anise. At 10-15 minutes, the lemon remains with tea leaves, which is what I like most. At the end, you notice the very soft cocoa. It’s a very rich perfume but very poor in trail and longevity. To be honest, it doesn’t last more than 3-4 hours on skin. It’s lamentable. It’s a recent batch, and I hope it improves by at least an hour over the years. Component quality is unsurpassed. I would recommend it with my eyes closed if it exceeded 3 hours of projection and 10 hours on skin. A dream that will never come true.
Inexcusable and criminal what Guerlain did with L’Instant EDT. It still retains some of its essence, but the performance is abysmal. On clothes, it doesn’t last an hour; the trail is moderate to low, and it barely lasts three hours on fabric. On skin, I don’t even apply it. The reformulations suffering through Guerlain’s men’s line are an attack on perfumery history. I don’t know who’s in charge, but the strategy to compete with mass-market retailers won’t work. I’d rather pay $100 and have them bring back the quality that distinguished Guerlain—full of adults who grew up with them, synonymous with luxury and distinction. These aren’t trendy scents for young people; they are unique. Before diversifying into cosmetics, they were a perfumerie house of what is now called ‘niche.’ I’d rather a thousand times search for that exclusive line and save up for a high-quality fragrance than have one that smells good but is ephemeral at a price that isn’t cheap. To those who still have the first edition with vertical grooves and a ‘T’ cap, please take care of them and adore them.
Aside from the performance, which isn’t good, the fragrance is special. Like a good Guerlain, you can feel the development of each stage: top, heart, and base. The last one carries all the magic, the secret: the cocoa. Edit: It’s my favorite, my signature scent.
Bottle review from December 2024. EDT. The first 30 minutes are citrusy and green, so I recommend wearing it in spring or summer in the morning. I’ll hold off a bit until the season changes. In cold weather, if you apply it to your skin, layers of clothing can kill the projection; if you wear it on clothes, taking off your jacket in a climate-controlled room kills the effect. Also, in cold seasons, strong and dark scents tend to overpower it. Maybe the EDP is better for cold weather. How do you feel? It smells good, elegant, fresh, and clean. I imagine a man in blue pants, a white shirt, shoes, and a brown belt, with a little beard—not a special day. The opening, if worn in the morning, smells like fresh green lemon peel, uncut rind, a pleasant citrus that isn’t acidic, like lemon tea. By afternoon, the trail fades, leaving a more woody aroma with patchouli, sandalwood, and cocoa, without losing that slight but present citrus freshness. After that, you only perceive the woody notes with occasional citrus sparkles; it doesn’t project much anymore, so you have to get close to your nose. The scent that remains is close to the skin, delicious and elegant, something only you enjoy, though someone hugging you might smell it a bit. It’s great, commercial, and reasonably priced. You can tell it’s well-made and doesn’t smell like cheap perfume.
Exquisite, refined, and top-tier quality, though the performance is very lackluster. The blend of citrus and cocoa gives it a super original and special vibe; everything is perfectly assembled. The balsamic and soft notes accompany it beautifully, creating a spectacular aura that’s warm yet gentle, perfectly balanced between sweet, fresh, elegant, and versatile. The best part is that despite its age, it smells modern—nothing vintage, even more current than Dior Homme Cologne or L’Homme Ideal. I know the longevity is disappointing, but the scent is magical and no other fragrance comes close. If Dior works for heat or mild days, L’Instant has more body and is perfect for autumn/winter afternoons or spring/summer nights. If you have a collection and can use it for occasions where you don’t need power, it’s worth it. A decant for reapplication is better than trying to wear it full bottle. Ideal for short outings, dinner parties, interviews, or dates. If you’re looking for a beast that lasts all day, this isn’t it. L’Instant requires care, pragmatism, and knowing when to use it to enjoy it without frustration. It lasts about 4 hours: it projects strongly at first, but the scent trail fades quickly. I love wearing it for its ultra-niche quality, even though it’s a soft Álvarez Gómez. Enjoying it for a little while is a delight, and afterward, any other perfume seems like a beast mode. I have the batch with the new square presentation. The EDP lasts a bit better, but in my opinion, this EDT is more youthful, brighter, and has a better aroma. If it also had acceptable longevity, it would be a totem. Still, it’s a great fragrance and available at a good price. Salu2.
I was blown away by the quality of the notes, but the longevity left me a bit cold. Still, it’s a spectacular fresh aromatic citrus, pure luxury. It lasts about 4 hours with average projection.