Jeux de Peau
lactonic up front, then woody, settling into sweet.
About
Jeux de Peau by Serge Lutens is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Jeux de Peau was launched in 2011. Top notes are Wheat and Milk; middle notes are Licorice, Coconut and Immortelle; base notes are Sandalwood, Apricot, Spices, Woody Notes, Osmanthus and Amber.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
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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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Serge Lutens picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Jeux de Peau smell like?
lactonic up front, then woody, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: lactonic, woody, sweet.
What notes are in Jeux de Peau?
Top: Wheat, Milk. Heart: Licorice, Coconut, Immortelle. Base: Sandalwood, Apricot, Spices, Woody Notes, Osmanthus, Amber.
How long does Jeux de Peau last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Jeux de Peau loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Jeux de Peau best for?
Fall is the top pick (42%). Winter is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Jeux de Peau?
Day wear leads at 66%. Night is a secondary pick at 34%.
Is Jeux de Peau for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 59% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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