Ambre Gris
amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into balsamic.
About
Ambre Gris by Balmain Beauty is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Ambre Gris was launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Guillaume Flavigny. Top notes are Pink Pepper and Sage; middle notes are Myrrh Oil, Tuberose, Incense and Frangipani; base notes are Benzoin, Ambergris, Tonka Bean and…
Nose: Guillaume Flavigny
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Balmain Beauty picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Ambre Gris smell like?
amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into balsamic. Dominant accords: amber, warm spicy, balsamic.
What notes are in Ambre Gris?
Top: Pink Pepper, Sage. Heart: Myrrh Oil, Tuberose, Incense, Frangipani. Base: Benzoin, Ambergris, Tonka Bean, Cedar.
How long does Ambre Gris last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Ambre Gris loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Ambre Gris best for?
Fall is the top pick (41%). Winter is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Ambre Gris?
Day wear leads at 55%. Night is a secondary pick at 45%.
Is Ambre Gris for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 57% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Ambre Gris?
Composed by Guillaume Flavigny. Released in 2008.
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