Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male
Jean Paul Gaultier

Le Male

FloralSpicySweetMuskyWoodyAromaticCitrus

Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultieris a Amber Fougere fragrance for men. Le Male was launched in 1995. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Kurkdjian. Top notes are Lavender, Mint, Cardamom, Bergamot and Artemisia; middle notes are Cinnamon, Orange Blossom and Caraway; base notes are Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber, Sandalwood and Cedar.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Le Male

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Le Male

What does Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male smell like?+

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male is a floral, spicy, and sweet fragrance. The opening is artemisia, orange blossom, and mint. the heart settles on cinnamon, caraway, and lavender. the dry-down rests on vanilla, tonka bean, and amber.

How long does Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male last on skin?+

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male?+

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male?+

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male fits collectors looking for floral, spicy, and sweet signature. ScentCast members can add Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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