# Houbigant Essence Rare (1976) (Parfum)

Essence Rare (1976) (Parfum) is a fragrance for women by Houbigant, released in 1976. Top notes: Aldehydes, Bergamot, Orange and 1 more; heart notes: Lily of the valley, May rose, Geranium and 2 more; base notes: Musk, Bourbon whiskey, Civet and 3 more. Main accords: Floral, Green, Spicy. Community: rated 8.3/10 (13 votes), longevity 7.8/10 (13 votes), top season Fall (29.4%).

Page: https://parfumedia.net/en/perfumes/houbigant-essence-rare-1976-parfum

## Key facts

- Brand: Houbigant
- Release year: 1976
- Gender: Women
- Last updated: October 26, 2026

## Notes

### Top notes

- Aldehydes
- Bergamot
- Orange
- Green notes

### Heart notes

- Lily of the valley
- May rose
- Geranium
- Iris
- Lily

### Base notes

- Musk
- Bourbon whiskey
- Civet
- Tonka bean
- Oakmoss
- Vetiver

## Main accords

- Floral
- Green
- Spicy
- Woody
- Oriental
- Animal
- Powdery
- Resinous
- Earthy
- Chypre

## Community data

- Community rating: 8.3/10 (13 votes)
- Longevity: 7.8/10 (13 votes)
- Sillage: 6.8/10 (12 votes)
- Top season: Fall (29.4% of 17 votes)
- Top occasion: Night Out (28.6% of 14 votes)

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