Shalimar by Guerlain
by Fragrance Drama
| Material | CAS # | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dipropylene Glycol | 25265-71-8 | 300.90 |
| Bergamot EO Bergaptene Free | 68648-33-9 | 259.40 |
| Vanillin | 121-33-5 | 96.10 |
| Coumarin | 91-64-5 | 72.70 |
| Orange EO | 68916-04-1 | 26.70 |
| Sandalwood Base | 25.50 | |
| Linalyl Acetate | 115-95-7 | 25.50 |
| Sandalore | 65113-99-7 | 25.50 |
| Benzoin Siam Resinoid | 84929-79-3 | 21.90 |
| Benzyl Benzoate | 120-51-4 | 21.40 |
| Coriander Seed EO | 8008-52-4 | 20.40 |
| Orris Base | 20.40 | |
| Jasmine Absolute Base | 8022-96-6 | 10.20 |
| Patchouli Light EO | 8014-09-3 | 10.20 |
| Vetiver Java EO | 8.20 | |
| Castoreum Givco 116 | 6.80 | |
| Lavender Oil 40/42 Fine EO | 5.30 | |
| Cardamom EO Guatemala | 8000-66-6 | 5.10 |
| Geranium EO China | 8000-46-2 | 5.10 |
| ESTRAGOLE (Methyl Chavicol) | 140-67-0 | 5.10 |
| Petitgrain Base | 5.10 | |
| Rose EO | 8007-01-0 | 4.40 |
| Musk Ketone (Musk Xylol <) 1% | 81-14-1 | 4.10 |
| Ambrarome Abs | 3.10 | |
| Ambreine | 3.10 | |
| Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol | 60-12-8 | 1.50 |
| Geraniol | 106-24-1 | 1.40 |
| Lemon EO | 8048-51-9 | 1.30 |
| Opoponax Resiniod | 9000-78-6 | 1.00 |
| Civet Synth | 0.50 | |
| Rhodinol 70 | 141-25-3 | 0.50 |
| Citronellol | 106-22-9 | 0.50 |
| Myrrh Resinoid | 9000-45-7 | 0.20 |
| Rose Acetate | 90-17-5 | 0.20 |
| Phenyl Ethyl Acetate | 103-45-7 | 0.10 |
| Citronellyl Acetate | 150-84-5 | 0.10 |
| Dimethyl Benzyl Carbinyl Acetate | 151-05-3 | 0.10 |
| Geranium EO Egypt | 8000-46-2 | 0.10 |
| Beeswax Abs | 8012-89-3 | 0.10 |
| Guaiacwood EO | 8016-23-7 | 0.10 |
| Rosalva | 13019-22-2 | 0.10 |
| Total | 1000.00 | |
About the formula
Introduction
Inspired by a masterclass on the deconstruction of Guerlain's Shalimar, this formula seeks to recreate its legendary scent.
Notes
The formula features a high concentration of bergamot (26%), providing a bright and citrusy opening. This is contrasted with the warm and sweet notes of vanilla, balsamic, coumarin, and amber, creating a rich and complex base. The core of Shalimar is built upon a foundation of aromatic, floral, woody, and slightly animalic notes.
Bases
This formula utilizes four key bases to capture the essence of Shalimar: sandalwood, iris, jasmine, and petitgrain. Each base contributes to the overall complexity and depth of the scent.
Masterclasses
For a deeper understanding of the Shalimar scent, Pierre Bénard offers two masterclasses titled "In the Wake of Shalimar,...follow the white rabbit." Each session focuses on two of the bases and costs €110. You can learn more by contacting @osmoart or emailing osmoart@gmail.com.
Acknowledgements
This formula is a testament to the expertise and passion of Pierre Bénard. His dedication to sharing his knowledge is greatly appreciated.
This formula reconstructs the iconic scent of Shalimar, capturing its distinctive citrusy and vanilla notes, balanced with floral and woody accords. The formula is built around four key bases: sandalwood, iris, jasmine, and petitgrain.
