Elixir des Merveilles by Hermès

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Elixir des Merveilles is an oriental fougère blending warm amber and benzoin with resinous peru balm and caramel sweetness. Its woody base of cedarwood, patchouli, oak, and sandalwood is enriched by incense and soft tonka bean and vanilla sugar accords. The result is a smoky, sweet, and enveloping fragrance with a comforting yet mysterious character. Those seeking scents in this vein should note the balance of resinous warmth and gourmand touches alongside woody and incense facets.

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • ambergris
  • benzoin
  • peru balm
  • tolu balm
  • Tags:
  • #savory
  • Aromagroups:
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

Le Régent explores the origins of the Maison Oriza L. Legrand, back in the 18th century when it was called Parfumerie Oriza de Fargeon-Aîné at the “Perfumed Court” of King Louis XV. This luscious, powdery amber harnesses Peru balsam with its sweet smoky warmth, along with Tolu balsam’s dark vanilla resin. Benzoin extends the puffy-wuffiness, while guaiac wood and leather solidify the softness.

Perfumer: Hugo Lambert

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Story Of Your Life

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • caramel
  • incense
  • labdanum
  • orange blossom
  • rum
  • Tags:
  • #smoky
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • edible
  • leather
  • woody

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Ruby by Kajal £195.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • caramel
  • cherry
  • pineapple
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sexy
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • fruity
  • woody

Many ancient cultures revered rubies, believing these sacred stones to be immortal emblems of love, vitality and the unyielding pulse of life itself. Ruby opens with a burst of red berries, pineapple, and juicy, juicy cherries. Much like cherry blossoms, cherries conjure the delicate and fleeting nature of life, a reminder of moments to be savoured. The heart notes swirl with whipped cream and brown sugar, before settling into a rich fusion of musk, amber and benzoin.

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Sweden

Sweden by SweDoft £180.00

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  • Key notes:
  • alder
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • caramel
  • raspberry
  • Tags:
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • fruity
  • woody

This perfume features extract of Swedish alder (a unique material, exclusive to this blend), delicious sweet amber and fruity nuances. It’s a very cozy soft woody blend, exuding ambery radiance of wood warmed by the sun.

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Baraonda

Baraonda by Nasomatto £130.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • cinnamon
  • peru balm
  • rum
  • tonka beans
  • Tags:
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

Baronda is the perfume of hedonistic pleasures, of throwing caution to the wind, of no longer giving a f**k. Whisky and honey are the opening act here, loosening inhibitions and smoothing the way for a long cruise through cinnamon, immortelle, vanilla and resinous amber.

 

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402 Guilty Vanilla by Bon Parfumeur £60.00

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  • Key notes:
  • benzoin
  • caramel
  • fig
  • freesia
  • sandalwood
  • vanilla
  • Tags:
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • edible
  • woody

A sweet, ambery perfume with many shades of sweet packed into a single formula: heliotrope, vanilla, caramel, toffee and benzoin, all interlinked with a soft sandalwood theme.

Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story. Try 402 if you like sophisticated gourmands.

Perfumer for 402: Corinne Cachen. 

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Nebula Viridis

Nebula Viridis by Aura Eximia £165.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • incense
  • saffron
  • sandalwood
  • Tags:
  • #savory
  • #smoky
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • woody

Nebula Viridis is Latin for “fresh mist”, and this extrait billows with hazy radiance. A luminous opening of Sicilian lemon and Calabrian bergamot cuts through the air like sunlight, sharpened by saffron and the rich depth of labdanum. The effect is crisp, golden. Warm woods glow in the heart, including guaiacwood, patchouli and Caledonian sandalwood, before vanillic benzoin and amber assert their sensuality.

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PG26 Isparta

PG26 Isparta by Pierre Guillaume - Parfumerie Générale £140.00

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  • Key notes:
  • incense
  • oud
  • patchouli
  • peru balm
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • woody

The famed summer rose of Isparta, Turkey gives its name to the 26th fragrance from the esteemed Pierre Guillaume.

Specially picked early in the morning when their alluring scent is strongest, the half open petals still glistening with dew the Isparta’s summer roses has an intense, rich and lightly spicy character.

Opening with delectable red fruits, Isparta starts with a subtle harmonious sweet accord.

The mysterious character of the rose is heightened by balmy and resinous facets, veiling the rose with clouds of incense and smoked agarwood.

With a deep velvety base of amber and musk, PG26 Isparta is an alluring and bewitching rose perfect for exploring the darker side of spring.

Pair this perfume with the indulgent Isparta hand and body wash infused with the same fragrance.

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Ambré Lumière 2023

Ambré Lumière 2023 by Molinard £145.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • lemon
  • patchouli
  • tolu balm
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #powdery
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

"This is Molinard’s 2023 re-issue of their iconic amber fragrance. This new format includes 90ml spray bottle and a 7.5ml roll-on.

Ambre Lumiere is retro amber with a hint of a patisserie counter deliciousness. This curious nuance comes from tolu which brings it's unique roast coffee aroma to the composition. This is combined with a special variety of chocolaty patchouli, sweet vanillic benzoin and creamy honeyed ylang-ylang."

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Terram

Terram by D:SOL MMXVI £140.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • coriander
  • magnolia
  • patchouli
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • #sexy
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

Terram captures the Mediterranean embrace of autumn. The path winding up from the beach is silent. Sweet aromatic notes of dry soil and clifftop pines float in the air. A haze of ambery benzoin and dusty patchouli settles over musk. Warm, woody, still — this is a fragrant mood that comforts and lulls. 

About Elixir des Merveilles by Hermès

What makes Elixir des Merveilles an oriental fougère?
Elixir des Merveilles fits the oriental fougère family through its combination of warm, resinous amber and benzoin with fresh, aromatic woody notes such as cedarwood, oak, and patchouli. The inclusion of incense and vanilla sugar adds sweet and smoky nuances typical of oriental fragrances, while the fougère aspect comes from the aromatic woodiness and fresh citrus top notes.
How does Elixir des Merveilles differ from the fragrances listed here?
While these fragrances share key notes like amber, benzoin, and incense with Elixir des Merveilles, they vary in their additional accords such as rum, saffron, oud, or fruit notes. These differences create variations in sweetness, smokiness, freshness, and spice, offering distinct interpretations rather than exact matches.
Are these fragrances suitable for both men and women?
Most fragrances inspired by Elixir des Merveilles are designed with unisex appeal, blending warm, resinous, woody, and sweet notes that can suit a variety of preferences. However, individual fragrances may lean more towards sweet, smoky, or powdery characters, so personal taste and occasion should guide choice.