13
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Egoiste
masculine
Created by Jacques Polge
Egoiste by Chanel is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. Egoiste was launched in 1990. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Polge. Top notes are Brazilian Rosewood, Coriander, Mahogany and Sicilian Mandarin; middle notes are Cinnamon, Damask Rose and Carnation; base notes are Sandalwood, Tobacco, Vanilla, Leather, Amber and Ambrette (Musk Mallow). Egoïste is a very conservative masculine fragrance composed of spice, wood and vanilla notes. The top notes, intensive and fresh, include rosewood and coriander. Later on, the fragrance character becomes warmer and mysterious due to Bulgarian rose, carnation and warm cinnamon in its heart. The main theme of the composition (long and intensive woodsy trace) reaches its full expression in the lingering base composed of sandalwood, intensive vanilla and ambrette seeds. The perfume was created in 1990.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
100%
Win
51%
Spr
22%
Sum
98%
Fall
Day & Night
70%
Day
95%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
User Ratings
7,178 votes
4.22
Love it
3.8k53%
Like it
2.2k31%
OK
2574%
Dislike
82912%
Hate it
921%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 82 community opinions from Reddit
8.5
/ 10 community score
The fragrance community overwhelmingly praises Chanel Egoiste as a classy, unique masterpiece that rewards patience and persistence. While some find the initial application off-putting, most who give it time come to love its exceptional composition and distinctive character. Vintage versions are highly sought after, though recent releases still maintain the fragrance's core appeal.
Strengths
- Unique, distinctive scent with excellent blending and rose accord
- Classy and sophisticated fragrance with lasting power
- Versatile unisex appeal that grows on you over time
- Considered a masterpiece by many in the community
Weaknesses
- Initial spray can feel off-putting or weird to some wearers
- Difficult to find in physical stores; requires ordering online
- Recent reformulations lack the depth of vintage batches
- Often confused with inferior Platinum version
Best for
Fall and winter wearSpecial occasions and formal eventsOffice and professional settingsEvening and nighttime wear
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
