Hypnôse
Hypnôse by Lancôme is a feminine-leaning eau de parfum from 2005 in the designer price tier. It opens with passionfruit, moves into jasmine, orchid and vetiver and dries down to vanilla, tonka bean, sandalwood and patchouli. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.
Notes, explained
Opening
- Passionfruit Sharp, tropical and slightly sulphurous. Vivid and modern.
Heart
- Jasmine Heady, sweet and slightly animal underneath. Rarely subtle.
- Orchid Creamy, sweet and slightly synthetic. A modern florals staple.
- Vetiver Dry, earthy, smoky grass root. Smells like soil and citrus peel.
Dry-down
- Vanilla Sweet, creamy and warm. The most comforting note in perfumery.
- Tonka Bean Almond, hay and vanilla in one. Warm and slightly nutty.
- Sandalwood Creamy, milky wood. Soft and almost edible.
- Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
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