
L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme
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 accords | citrus, woody, warm spicy |
|---|---|
| Key notes | Cacao, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Tea |
| Community rating | 4.32/5 from 3,738 votes |
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Accord profile
Note pyramid
Top, heart and base notes as recorded for this composition. Each note links to every other fragrance in the database that uses it.
Top notes
Base notes
- Natural Musk
- Hibiscus Seed
- Elemi Resin
About this fragrance
Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.
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
| House | Guerlain |
|---|---|
| Name | L'Instant de Guerlain Pour Homme |
| Launched | 2004 |
| Marketed as | For men |
| Dominant family | Citrus & Fresh |
| Notes recorded | 14 |
| Accords | 10 |
Quick answers
Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.
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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