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Absolu (EDP)

2002

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2002

Absolu (Original Release)

Price Range
$30 – $60

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Perfumers

Jacques Cavallier

"Absolu is a rich oriental-woody Eau de Parfum introduced by Rochas in 2002. Its opening combines bright mandarin orange with the green, slightly milky character of fig leaf. The heart develops into a floral arrangement of orange blossom, lily, and rose, sharpened by pepper. Benzoin, tolu balsam, labdanum, and cedar create a warm, balsamic, resinous base. The overall character is elegant, distinctive, and softly ambery rather than aggressively loud. Absolu has become particularly appreciated by enthusiasts of discontinued and vintage fragrances."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Fall
Winter

Ideal Weather

Cold
Dry
Mild

Moods

Elegant
Mysterious
Warm
Sophisticated
Sensual

Occasions

Dinner
Date
Formal
Night Out

Fun Facts

Absolu was created by perfumer Jacques Cavallier.

The fragrance is associated with a balsamic, resinous profile built around benzoin, tolu balsam, and labdanum.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/8h
Top Notes
1x
CitrusGreenFruityFloralSpicyResinousWoodyOrientalSweet

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–1h 12m

mandarin orange
fig leaf
Middle Notes

1h 12m–3h 36m

orange blossom
lily
pepper
rose
Base Notes

3h 36m–8h

benzoin
tolu balsam
labdanum
cedar

Performance

Longevity
80%

Long-lasting (6-8h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“Absolu is generally experienced as a rich, warm balsamic fragrance with resinous, floral, and woody facets. It is regarded as elegant and distinctive, with a restrained presence rather than forceful projection, and has a devoted following among vintage-fragrance enthusiasts.”

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