Essence Rare
Essence Rare by Houbigant is an unisex eau de parfum in the niche price tier. It opens with mandarin, moves into lily of the valley and dries down to rice powder. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.
Notes, explained
Opening
- Mandarin Soft, sweet, almost powdery citrus. Gentler than orange.
Heart
- Lily of the Valley Clean, green, dewy floral. Reads as 'fresh laundry' to most people.
Dry-down
- Rice Powder Dry, soft and clean. Skin-like and very quiet.
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