Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Essence de Parfum
Jean Paul Gaultier

Le Male Essence de Parfum

SpicyLeatherAromaticSweetMuskyCitrus

Le Male Essence de Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultieris a Amber Fougere fragrance for men. Le Male Essence de Parfum was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Quentin Bisch. Top notes are Cardamom, Pepper, Bergamot and Artemisia; middle notes are Leather, Lavender, Cinnamon and Sage; base notes are Vanilla, Coumarin, Amberwood, Musk and Costus.

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
Longevity2–4 hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Le Male Essence de Parfum

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

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Common questions about Le Male Essence de Parfum

What does Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Essence de Parfum smell like?+

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Essence de Parfum is a spicy, leather, and aromatic fragrance. The opening is artemisia, cardamom, and sage. the heart settles on leather, lavender, and cinnamon. the dry-down rests on vanilla, coumarin, and amberwood.

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

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Essence de Parfum is estimated to last 2–4 hrs on skin (a 2/5 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 Essence de Parfum?+

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Essence de Parfum 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 Essence de Parfum?+

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Essence de Parfum is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, 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 Essence de Parfum during the day?+

Based on the note structure, expect to re-spray every 2-3 hours for sustained presence. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

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

Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Essence de Parfum fits collectors looking for spicy, leather, and aromatic signature. ScentCast members can add Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Essence de Parfum 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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