Samsara

Nose: Jean-Paul Guerlain

Notes according to Fragrantica: Top notes are Ylang-Ylang, Peach, Bergamot, Green Notes and Lemon; middle notes are Iris, Jasmine, Narcissus, Orris Root, Rose and Violet; base notes are Sandalwood, Vanilla, Iris, Amber, Tonka Bean and Musk.

Year: 1989

I both love and hate this fragrance. It’s the sandalwood note I’m reacting to. It’s too…much. But it’s also so deep and delightful. I have great respect for Samsara and require it in my collection but it’s not one of my favorites. Of course sandalwood isn’t the only note in Samsara…but it’s the loudest, in my opinion.