
Zen Secret
Zen Secret by Shiseido was launched in 2012, a sweet & gourmand fragrance for women. Its accord profile is led by vanilla, patchouli and woody. Key notes: Freesia, Jasmine and Gardenia.
At a glance
| Dominant accords | vanilla, patchouli, woody |
|---|---|
| Key notes | Freesia, Jasmine, Gardenia |
| Community rating | 4.04/5 from 413 votes |
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Accord profile
Note pyramid
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About this fragrance
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Zen Secret by Shiseido (2012) is a chypre floral that opens with a bright, spicy burst of pink pepper, blue rose, mandarin, grapefruit, and bergamot. The citrus and pepper give a modern lift, while the blue rose adds a soft, slightly fruity floralcy. In the heart, freesia, jasmine, and gardenia deepen the bouquet with creamy white florals that feel lush yet restrained.
The base is where Zen Secret reveals its darker, more contemplative side: patchouli, black vanilla husk, incense, tonka bean, musk, sandalwood, and vetiver create a warm, woody, balsamic finish with a notable vanilla sweetness. Collectors who appreciate chypres with a modern, spicy-floral twist will find this compelling. It suits those who want a sophisticated, slightly mysterious scent for evening wear or cool weather. The balance of earthy patchouli and creamy vanilla makes it a standout for fans of woody orientals.
中文簡介
資生堂 Zen Secret(2012)係一款西普花香調香水,前調以粉紅胡椒、藍玫瑰、柑橘、葡萄柚同佛手柑帶出明亮辛香。中調嘅小蒼蘭、茉莉同梔子花增添豐潤白花香,柔美而唔過甜。基調用廣藿香、黑香草莢、乳香、零陵香豆、麝香、檀香同香根草,營造溫暖木質、帶樹脂感嘅餘韻,香草甜味突出。整體氣質神秘優雅,適合鍾意西普調、追求層次感嘅收藏家。夜晚場合或涼爽天氣用最啱,展現成熟韻味。
Reference data
| House | Shiseido |
|---|---|
| Name | Zen Secret |
| Launched | 2012 |
| Marketed as | For women |
| Dominant family | Sweet & Gourmand |
| Notes recorded | 15 |
| Accords | 10 |
Quick answers
Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.
What are the notes in Zen Secret?
Zen Secret by Shiseido: top notes are Pink Pepper, Blue Rose, Mandarin Orange, Grapefruit and Bergamot; heart notes are Freesia, Jasmine and Gardenia; base notes are Patchouli, Black Vanilla Husk, Incense, Tonka Bean, Musk, Sandalwood and Vetiver.
What accords does Zen Secret have?
The dominant accords recorded for Zen Secret are vanilla (100.0%); patchouli (92.5%); woody (91.3%); warm spicy (85.9%); floral (84.6%).
When was Zen Secret launched?
Zen Secret by Shiseido was first released in 2012.
What does Zen Secret smell like?
Zen Secret is recorded as a sweet & gourmand fragrance, centred on Freesia, Jasmine and Gardenia.
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