Boucheron

Initial

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Initial by Boucheronis a Floral fragrance for women. Initial was launched in 2000. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Cavallier. Top notes are Pepper, Cassis, Red currant leaf and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Patchouli, Rose, Jasmine and Wildflowers; base notes are Honey, Almond and Musk.

Notes

Top notes

First 0–15 minutes

Cassis Mandarin Orange Pepper

Heart notes

15 minutes – 2 hours

Rose Jasmine Wildflowers Honey Almond Red Currant Leaf

Base notes

2+ hours, dry-down

Musk Patchouli

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile

Longevity6–8 hrs

Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Initial

Best seasons

🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter

Best occasions

Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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