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Balafre (Vintage)

1967 · For men · Citrus & Fresh

Balafre (Vintage) by Lancome was launched in 1967, a citrus & fresh fragrance for men. Its accord profile is led by aromatic, woody and green. Key notes: Pine Tree Needles, Clary Sage and Cedar.

At a glance

Dominant accordsaromatic, woody, green
Key notesPine Tree Needles, Clary Sage, Cedar, Carnation
Community rating4.38/5 from 374 votes

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Accord profile

aromatic17%woody15%green10%fresh spicy9%earthy9%mossy8%floral8%leather8%herbal8%citrus8%

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.

About this fragrance

Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.

Balafre by Lancôme (1967) is a woody chypre that opens with a brisk, green aromatic blend: cypress, chamomile, green notes, lavender, bergamot, and neroli. This creates a fresh, herbaceous introduction that feels both classic and invigorating. The heart reveals a resinous, spicy character with pine tree needles, clary sage, cedar, carnation, and geranium, adding depth and a subtle floral spiciness. The base is a rich, earthy foundation of oakmoss, leather, vetiver, musk, and amber, typical of vintage chypres, providing longevity and a masculine, grounded finish. With main accords of aromatic (100%), woody (92%), green (58%), fresh spicy (56%), earthy (51%), and mossy (50%), Balafre is a quintessential old-school masculine scent. It suits collectors who appreciate traditional chypre structures and green, mossy compositions. Ideal for formal or outdoor occasions, it offers a timeless, sophisticated aura that appeals to those who enjoy vintage French perfumery.

中文簡介

Balafre 係 Lancôme 1967 年推出嘅男士木質西普香水。前調以絲柏、洋甘菊、綠葉、薰衣草、佛手柑同橙花組成,散發清新草本氣息;中調有松針、鼠尾草、雪松、康乃馨同天竺葵,帶出樹脂同辛辣感;基調就係橡苔、皮革、香根草、麝香同琥珀,營造濃郁泥土感。主調係芳香(100%)、木質(92%)、綠色(58%)、清新辛辣(56%)、泥土(51%)同苔蘚(50%)。呢支香適合鍾意傳統西普結構嘅收藏家,氣質成熟穩重,適合正式場合或戶外活動,展現復古法國香水嘅經典魅力。

Reference data

HouseLancome
NameBalafre (Vintage)
Launched1967
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familyCitrus & Fresh
Notes recorded16
Accords10

Quick answers

Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.

What are the notes in Balafre (Vintage)?

Balafre (Vintage) by Lancome: top notes are Cypress, Chamomile, Green Notes, Lavender, Bergamot and Neroli; heart notes are Pine Tree Needles, Clary Sage, Cedar, Carnation and Geranium; base notes are Oakmoss, Leather, Vetiver, Musk and Amber.

What accords does Balafre (Vintage) have?

The dominant accords recorded for Balafre (Vintage) are aromatic (100.0%); woody (91.6%); green (58.5%); fresh spicy (56.0%); earthy (51.1%).

When was Balafre (Vintage) launched?

Balafre (Vintage) by Lancome was first released in 1967.

What does Balafre (Vintage) smell like?

Balafre (Vintage) is recorded as a citrus & fresh fragrance, centred on Pine Tree Needles, Clary Sage and Cedar.

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