Balafre (vintage) Lancôme

For Men
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Fragrance Story

Balafre (Vintage) by Lancôme is a Woody Chypre fragrance for men. Balafre (Vintage) was launched in 1967. The nose behind this fragrance is Gerard Goupy. Top notes are Cypress, Green Notes, Chamomile, Lavender, Neroli and Bergamot; middle notes are Pine Tree Needles, Clary Sage, Cedar, Carnation and Geranium; base notes are Oakmoss, Leather, Vetiver, Musk and Amber.

Composition Profile

aromatic 100%
woody 85%
green 70%
fresh spicy 60%
earthy 50%
mossy 40%
floral 35%
leather 30%
herbal 25%
citrus 20%

About the Perfumer

Gerard Goupy

Gerard Goupy

Gerard Goupy is a perfumer who contributed to several iconic fragrances for Lancôme, including Balafre, Climat, and Magie Noire. He also created Cacharel Pour L'homme, a classic aromatic fougère. His work is noted for its refined structure and enduring appeal in vintage perfumery.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Cypress Cypress
Green Notes Green Notes
Chamomile Chamomile
Lavender Lavender
Neroli Neroli
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Pine Tree Needles Pine Tree Needles
Clary Sage Clary Sage
Cedar Cedar
Carnation Carnation
Geranium Geranium

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Oakmoss Oakmoss
Leather Leather
Vetiver Vetiver
Musk Musk
Amber Amber
Unique Character

Balafre (vintage) Lancôme by Lancôme offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Balafre (vintage) Lancôme embodies the distinctive style of Lancôme while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

Balafre (vintage) Lancôme is Ideal For

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