Cuir Béluga
vanilla up front, then powdery, settling into leather.
About
Cuir Béluga by Guerlain is a Leather fragrance for women and men. Cuir Béluga was launched in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Polge. Top notes are Tangerine and Aldehydes; middle notes are Immortelle and Patchouli; base notes are Vanilla, Suede, Heliotrope and Amber. For the event of…
Nose: Olivier Polge
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 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 Guerlain picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Cuir Béluga smell like?
vanilla up front, then powdery, settling into leather. Dominant accords: vanilla, powdery, leather.
What notes are in Cuir Béluga?
Top: Tangerine, Aldehydes. Heart: Immortelle, Patchouli. Base: Vanilla, Suede, Heliotrope, Amber.
How long does Cuir Béluga last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Cuir Béluga loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Cuir Béluga best for?
Fall is the top pick (38%). Winter is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Cuir Béluga?
Day wear leads at 50%. Night is a secondary pick at 50%.
Is Cuir Béluga for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 43% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Cuir Béluga?
Composed by Olivier Polge. Released in 2005.
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