Ivoire
woody up front, then green, settling into iris.
About
Ivoire by Balmain Beauty is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for women. Ivoire was launched in 2012. Ivoire was created by Michel Almairac and Jacques Flori. Top notes are Galbanum, Violet Leaf and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Iris, Rose, Ylang-Ylang and Jasmine; base notes are Vetiver, Cedar, Patchouli and…
Noses: Michel Almairac · Jacques Flori
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- 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 Ivoire smell like?
woody up front, then green, settling into iris. Dominant accords: woody, green, iris.
What notes are in Ivoire?
Top: Galbanum, Violet Leaf, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Iris, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine. Base: Vetiver, Cedar, Patchouli, Vanilla.
How long does Ivoire last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Ivoire loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Ivoire best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Fall is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Ivoire?
Day wear leads at 80%. Night is a secondary pick at 20%.
Is Ivoire for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 59% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Ivoire?
Composed by Michel Almairac and Jacques Flori. Released in 2012.
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