Samsara is a warm, floral, sweet scent created for Women in 2021 as part of the Guerlain Les Legendaires collection.
Review
This scent is warm, sweet, and buttery. A perfect blend of Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood, Iris, and Vanilla creates a little slice of heaven on the skin. It has a maturity to it, but also a sense of seduction that is playful. The composition never becomes too powdery, too floral, too sweet, or too warm, but becomes the perfect blend. You will entice all those who come close to you. It is a scent that can be worn to the office, and will transition well to any after-hours activity. It can be dressed up or down to fit any casual or formal occasion. It maintains decent projection and longevity, and will have you falling in love all over again every time you wear it. It is comparable to its 1989 version.
Inspiration
Samsara was created to balance the senses and portray a gentle sense of seduction.
Notes
Sandalwood brings a warmth to the composition of this scent. Though it is found later in the composition, creeps up to greet you immediately. It is joined in tandem with Ylang Ylang, a sweet flower, that tempers both the woody tones of the Sandalwood and the potent essence of the Jasmine. Iris comes in at the base, bringing a buttery smooth essence that is both familiar and fleeting. Tonka Bean and Vanilla finish this scent with a sweetness that boosts the floral tones and the sweet warmth of the Sandalwood. The ever-changing rotation of the notes makes them all blend flawlessly.
Top Notes: Jasmine
Heart Notes: Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood
Base Notes: Iris, Tonka Bean, Vanilla
