45 community ratings

Samsara Shine

Name: Samsara Shine
Brand: Guerlain

2001WomenClassic

7.8/ 10

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Guerlain Samsara Shine pairs a fresh, green opening with a sweet, powdery oriental feel; it is a feminine scent that has been discontinued.

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Skunky's take: A fresh breeze, my nose just got some air.

How does it perform?

From 43 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

8.3 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

7.5 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle

6.6 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

80% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Fig leaf Green notes

Citrus plants

Heart notesfirst few hours

Currant Jasmine Ylang-ylang

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Amber Tonka bean Sandalwood Vanilla

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Floral
Green
Fruity
Sweet
Spicy
Woody

What does Samsara Shine smell like?

The top is fig leaf, green notes and citrus plants, so it opens cool and green. Currant, jasmine and ylang-ylang in the heart add a soft floral and fruity layer. In the base, amber, tonka bean, sandalwood and vanilla sweeten it and carry it into a warm, woody, powdery finish.

Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Votes spread fairly evenly across the four seasons, with spring slightly ahead, and evening, night out and leisure are the most named occasions. Most voters find it feminine. Joop! Berlin and Balenciaga Cristobal Eau de Cristobal have a close profile.