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L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme

2004 · For men · Citrus & Fresh

L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme by Guerlain was launched in 2004, a citrus & fresh fragrance for men. Its accord profile is led by citrus, woody and warm spicy. Key notes: Cacao, Patchouli and Sandalwood.

At a glance

Dominant accordscitrus, woody, warm spicy
Key notesCacao, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Tea
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Accord profile

citrus14%woody13%warm spicy12%cacao11%aromatic9%patchouli9%fresh spicy8%musky8%powdery8%anis8%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme (2004) opens with a bright, almost effervescent citrus accord: lemon, bergamot, and grapefruit are sharpened by anise and lifted by a whisper of jasmine. This is not a simple cologne opening—the anise adds a subtle, bittersweet edge that signals the complexity to come. As it settles, the heart reveals a gourmand-tinged woody core: cacao and patchouli intertwine with sandalwood, cedar, and a smooth tea note, while lavender keeps things from becoming too sweet. The base is a warm, resinous blend of natural musk, hibiscus seed, and elemi resin, leaving a soft, slightly balsamic trail. Collectors who appreciate Guerlain's ability to balance richness and wearability will find this a versatile cool-weather signature. It suits those who want a refined, spicy-woody scent with a distinctive cacao-patchouli character—less sweet than modern gourmands, more grounded than typical citrus aromatics.

中文簡介

2004年推出的Guerlain L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme,以檸檬、佛手柑、葡萄柚與八角開場,茉莉點綴其中,帶來明亮而微辛的柑橘前調。核心是可可與廣藿香的溫暖組合,融合檀香、雪松、茶與薰衣草,木質與美食調平衡得恰到好處。基調以天然麝香、木槿籽與欖香脂收尾,散發柔和樹脂感。整體氣質成熟內斂,適合秋冬或夜晚場合,推薦給喜歡木質辛辣、帶可可底蘊的男士。

Reference data

HouseGuerlain
NameL'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme
Launched2004
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familyCitrus & Fresh
Notes recorded14
Accords10

Quick answers

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What are the notes in L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme?

L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme by Guerlain: top notes are Lemon, Anise, Bergamot, Grapefruit and Jasmine; heart notes are Cacao, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Tea, Cedar and Lavender; base notes are Natural Musk, Hibiscus Seed and Elemi Resin.

What accords does L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme have?

The dominant accords recorded for L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme are citrus (100.0%); woody (89.3%); warm spicy (85.4%); cacao (80.4%); aromatic (66.3%).

When was L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme launched?

L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme by Guerlain was first released in 2004.

What does L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme smell like?

L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme is recorded as a citrus & fresh fragrance, centred on Cacao, Patchouli and Sandalwood.

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