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Encens Mythique D'Orient
feminine
Created by Thierry Wasser
Encens Mythique D'Orient by Guerlain is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Encens Mythique D'Orient was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Thierry Wasser. Top notes are Rose, Aldehydes and Saffron; middle notes are Pink Pepper, Patchouli and Vetiver; base notes are Ambergris, Incense and Woody Notes. Inspired by frankincense, but given a typical Guerlain treatment, this sweet & bright musky oriental composition fuses aldehydes with neroli, moss, saffron, Persian rose, ambergris and musk to render incense new again.
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Fragrance Notes
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 29 community opinions from Reddit
8.2
/ 10 community score
The r/fragrance community adores Encens Mythique d'Orient, praising its powerful performance and unique scent profile, though some debate whether post-2014 versions have been reformulated. The fragrance commands strong loyalty with collectors, though availability issues and potential batch variations concern prospective buyers.
Strengths
- Exceptional longevity and sillage with just one spray
- Unique, rich scent with aldehydes that work beautifully with other notes
- Rare and highly sought-after fragrance
- Excellent value at current discounted prices (~$100)
Weaknesses
- Possible reformulation after 2014 with weaker performance and different character
- Extremely difficult to find, especially full bottles in original packaging
- Confusion between different versions and naming conventions
- Potential quality inconsistency between batches and retailers
Best for
Formal events and special occasionsEvening wearThose seeking a powerful, distinctive oriental fragrance
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
