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Magie Noire

1978Men

woody up front, then green, settling into earthy.

Magie Noire by Lancôme is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women. Magie Noire was launched in 1978. Magie Noire was created by Gerard Goupy, Jean-Charles Niel and Yves Tanguy. Top notes are Galbanum, Cassis, Cassia, Hiacynth, Bulgarian Rose, Raspberry and Bergamot; middle notes are Honey, Narcissus, Cedar, Orris Root, Ylang-Ylang,…

woody green earthy aromatic

Noses: Jean-Charles Niel · Gerard Goupy · Yves Tanguy

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Galbanum, Cassis, Cassia, Hiacynth, Bulgarian Rose, Raspberry, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Honey, Narcissus, Cedar, Orris Root, Ylang-Ylang, Tuberose, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Spices, Civet, Patchouli, Incense, Myrrh, Amber, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

93%

76%

70%

69%

64%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter41%Fall38%Spring14%Summer8%Night72%Day28%Wears female49%

Skin 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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Lancôme picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Magie Noire smell like?

woody up front, then green, settling into earthy. Dominant accords: woody, green, earthy.

What notes are in Magie Noire?

Top: Galbanum, Cassis, Cassia, Hiacynth, Bulgarian Rose, Raspberry, Bergamot. Heart: Honey, Narcissus, Cedar, Orris Root, Ylang-Ylang, Tuberose, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Oakmoss, Spices, Civet, Patchouli, Incense, Myrrh, Amber, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk.

How long does Magie Noire last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Magie Noire loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Magie Noire best for?

Winter is the top pick (41%). Fall is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Magie Noire?

Night wear leads at 72%. Day is a secondary pick at 28%.

Is Magie Noire for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 49% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Magie Noire?

Composed by Jean-Charles Niel and Gerard Goupy and Yves Tanguy. Released in 1978.