Ming Shu
floral up front, then aquatic, settling into marine.
About
Ming Shu by Yves Rocher is a Floral Aquatic fragrance for women. Ming Shu was launched during the 1990's. Top notes are Sea Notes and Peach; middle notes are Water Lily and Lotus; base notes are Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood and Vanilla.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Yves Rocher picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Ming Shu smell like?
floral up front, then aquatic, settling into marine. Dominant accords: floral, aquatic, marine.
What notes are in Ming Shu?
Top: Sea Notes, Peach. Heart: Water Lily, Lotus. Base: Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, Vanilla.
How long does Ming Shu last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Ming Shu loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Ming Shu best for?
Summer is the top pick (45%). Spring is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Ming Shu?
Day wear leads at 91%. Night is a secondary pick at 9%.
Is Ming Shu for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 78% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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