Intuition
citrus up front, then floral, settling into amber.
About
Intuition by Estée Lauder is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Intuition was launched in 2000. The nose behind this fragrance is Alberto Morillas. Top notes are Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Orange and Green Notes; middle notes are Gardenia, Freesia, Rhododendron and Rose; base notes are Amber and Woody…
Nose: Alberto Morillas
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Estée Lauder picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Intuition smell like?
citrus up front, then floral, settling into amber. Dominant accords: citrus, floral, amber.
What notes are in Intuition?
Top: Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Orange, Green Notes. Heart: Gardenia, Freesia, Rhododendron, Rose. Base: Amber, Woody Notes.
How long does Intuition last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Intuition loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Intuition best for?
Fall is the top pick (35%). Spring is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Intuition?
Day wear leads at 72%. Night is a secondary pick at 28%.
Is Intuition for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 81% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Intuition?
Composed by Alberto Morillas. Released in 2000.
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