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Essence

Marc Jacobs

What sets Essence apart is its use of tolu balsam: a note found in only under 1% of the fragrances in our library. Overall it reads as white floral, powdery and amber.

Concentration
Eau FraîcheEDCEDTEDPParfumElixirEDP
GenderFeminine
FamilyFloral · Amber/Oriental
Released2003
OriginUnited States
Price tier
Approachable · est.
Notes
TopFreesia · Bergamot
HeartGardenia · Orange Blossom · Iris · Rose
BaseMusk · Benzoin · Tolu Balsam · Sandalwood
Season
SprSumFalWin
Accords
White Floral100
Powdery57
Amber56
Floral54
Musk51
Animalic·
Rated elsewheregathered from wearers across the web
Rating
4.1/520 reviews
Longevity
WeakModerateLongVery longLong
Projection
IntimateModerateStrongEnormousModerate
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Questions & Answers
QWho is Essence for, and when should you wear it?
Essence is marketed toward women, at its best in fall, spring and summer.
QWhat makes Essence distinctive?
What sets Essence apart is its use of tolu balsam: a note found in only under 1% of the fragrances in our library. Overall it reads as white floral, powdery and amber.