Main accords
Most to least prominent in the local catalog.
musky
aldehydic
powdery
animalic
fresh
rose
soapy
earthy
Perfume pyramid
Middle notes
- Aldehydes
- Civet
- Rose
- Musk
- Spicy Notes
- Orris
- Oakmoss
- Lily-of-the-Valley
- Vetiver
- Geranium
- Bergamot
- Vanilla
- Bitter Orange
- Tonka Bean
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Community score
4.41/ 5
Based on 56 votes
Score strength88%
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About this fragrance
Essence Rare by Houbigant is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Essence Rare was launched in 1928. The nose behind this fragrance is Paul Schwing. The fragrance features Aldehydes, Civet, Rose, Musk, Spicy Notes, Orris, Oakmoss, Lily-of-the-Valley, Vetiver, Geranium, Bergamot, Vanilla, Bitter Orange and Tonka Bean.
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