Clea
white floral up front, then woody, settling into yellow floral.
About
Clea by Yves Rocher is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Clea was launched in 1980. The nose behind this fragrance is Francoise Caron. The fragrance features Ylang-Ylang, Amber, Gardenia, Sandalwood, Jasmine, Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley, Vetiver, Vanilla, Aldehydes and Patchouli.
Nose: Francoise Caron
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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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Clea smell like?
white floral up front, then woody, settling into yellow floral. Dominant accords: white floral, woody, yellow floral.
How long does Clea last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Clea loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Clea best for?
Fall is the top pick (33%). Winter is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Clea?
Day wear leads at 62%. Night is a secondary pick at 38%.
Is Clea for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 77% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Clea?
Composed by Francoise Caron. Released in 1980.
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