So Elixir
amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into patchouli.
About
So Elixir by Yves Rocher is a fragrance for women. So Elixir was launched in 2009. So Elixir was created by Olivier Cresp, Marie Salamagne and Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. The fragrance features Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Jasmine, Incense, Bergamot and Rose. Yves Rocher introduces its new fragrance So Elixir, dedicated to…
Noses: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud · Olivier Cresp · Marie Salamagne
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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 vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does So Elixir smell like?
amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into patchouli. Dominant accords: amber, warm spicy, patchouli.
How long does So Elixir last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is So Elixir loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is So Elixir best for?
Fall is the top pick (38%). Winter is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for So Elixir?
Day wear leads at 50%. Night is a secondary pick at 50%.
Is So Elixir for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 82% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made So Elixir?
Composed by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud and Olivier Cresp and Marie Salamagne. Released in 2009.
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