La Belle Helene
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La Belle Helene(2011)

MDCI Parfums · Bertrand Duchaufour

At a glance

MDCI Parfums La Belle Helene is a rich and creamy fragrance, notable for its sweet and indulgent character, with a blend of gourmand and floral notes that evoke the opulence of a bygone era. It features a complex interplay of scents, including vanilla, tonka bean, and rose, creating a deep and alluring aroma. This perfume is a testament to the art of French perfumery, with a focus on high-quality ingredients and traditional techniques.

Did you know? This scent's aldehydes carry a famous origin myth — the "accidental overdose" story behind Chanel No. 5 — that historians say probably isn't true. Read the full story →
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Launched
2011

La Belle Helene is a fragrance from MDCI Parfums, released in 2011 and composed by Bertrand Duchaufour. It opens with Pear, Aldehydes, Tangerine, and Lemon Blossom, moves into a heart of Bulgarian Rose, Osmanthus, Mimosa, Ylang-Ylang, Iris, Hawthorn, and Mirabelle Plum, and settles into a base of Myrrh, Vetiver, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Amber, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, White Musk, and Licorice.

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MyrrhVetiverPatchouliCedarwoodAmberSandalwoodOakmossWhite MuskLicorice
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