Mahora
white floral up front, then woody, settling into tuberose.
About
Mahora by Guerlain is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Mahora was launched in 2000. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Paul Guerlain. Top notes are Almond Blossom, Green Notes and Orange; middle notes are Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine and Neroli; base notes are Sandalwood, Vanilla and Vetiver. Mahora is a…
Nose: Jean-Paul Guerlain
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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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Guerlain picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Mahora smell like?
white floral up front, then woody, settling into tuberose. Dominant accords: white floral, woody, tuberose.
What notes are in Mahora?
Top: Almond Blossom, Green Notes, Orange. Heart: Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Neroli. Base: Sandalwood, Vanilla, Vetiver.
How long does Mahora last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Mahora loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Mahora best for?
Fall is the top pick (36%). Winter is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Mahora?
Night wear leads at 56%. Day is a secondary pick at 44%.
Is Mahora for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 68% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Mahora?
Composed by Jean-Paul Guerlain. Released in 2000.
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