Cuir Intense

Beautiful !! I wanna cry *cries* Ok soooo This thing has the strength of a horse (pun intended and will talk about it later.) This thing really gave my beast fragrances a good horse-kick to knock them off of their thrones. This thing easily stole their spots, and yes, it’s currently my strongest fragrance in my collection—Mugler Aura getting dethroned??!!?I mean I still love Aura but someone can finally drag that queen by the hair when it comes to potency. This thing is built like an rpg tank-bruiser and TRUST ME WHEN I SAY THIS, I only need one spray ANNDDDD that one spray consists of 3 quarter sprays that i spray in my chosen spots because the atomizer distributes 2 sprays worth of radioactive power plant strength typa juice in a single spray, so obviously doing 4-5 sprays is beyond overkill, goddd even two sprays is atrocious enough for you to get sued for hate crime and invasion of people’s personal space. Goshhh, I could talk about its strength over and over again like a never-ending carousel spiraling into madness but this thing is more than its impressive performance. Not only is it ridiculously strong but also, scent-wise, an absolute regal beauty—a masterpiece. Notice how I kept mentioning horses in the beginning? That’s because it does remind me of a leather horse saddle like what most reviews claimed 🐎 The initial spray and first half can shock some people because it’s borderline animalic, some get reminded of leather, some get reminded of manure and to make things more complex the animalic nuances are blended with the polarizing aroma of alcoholic beverages. It has that same liquor scent you get from the first spritz of Eilish no. 2, Bois 1920 Astratto (which could also signify that it kinda smells like Nasomatto Baraonda). The “shock” qualities get more refined as the scent develops on ur skin tho, so don’t pay much attention to your first impressions because ur not gonna smell like its first half all throughout the experience. Although it’s a straightforward leather scent, my nose is picking an abstract caramel-y creaminess and licorice nuances in this one. It has this lovely roasted nuts, almond-y, and bubblegum-losing-its-flavor sweetness to it that makes it less controversial as opposed to a true animalic scent. This fragrance also helped me realize that I actually own a lot of fragrances with a leather note, which my nose couldn’t detect back then because I’ve never smelled a true leather fragrance; however, the fact that I enjoy this scent a lot is enough to tell why I enjoy those scents I currently have in my rotation—the more that I sniff this, the more my nose gets trained in detecting leather notes. It took me about 3 days to realize what this scent reminds me of and thankfully after a couple wears and off-guard whiffs, navigating where the deja vu feeling came from got easier overtime !! Eureka, this is the lovechild of Rayhaan Cordova’s nutty leather note and Amouage Royal Tobacco’s tobacco note !! (to my nose) Just like the two fragrances I mentioned, they also share the same staying power. Once this settles on ur skin, prepare urself to get a lot-and I mean by a loootttt of whiffs from ur scent bubble !! This thing will haunt u for the next 20+ hours. (Mind u I’m pertaining to the strength of a single shared spray = 3 quarter sprays on my chosen pulse points) This is an easy 10/10 for me but just when u thought it can’t get any better, this thing is SUCHHHHH A VERSATILE LAYERING SPRAYYYY !! IT’S UNBELIEVABLY COMPATIBLE WITH ALL THE FRAGRANCES I CURRENTLY WEAR !! Using this as an extra layer to ur amber, vanilla, and incense-centric scents will surely give them the needed depth and extra push just when you thought these scents couldn’t get any more complex. I know people are not going to react the same way i did but i find it weird how i think this is something i can totally wear in a casual day 😭 i’ve probably smelled so much offensive-to-the-untrained-nose type of scents to the point where i’m already desensitized to it—hell I’m literally trying to find something MORE complex than this because it smells... normal NORMAL? BLIND-BUY SAFE? YES. To my nose 😔 I’d love to challenge myself tho because I know scents like the spinal fluid one or secretions magnifique would humble me but let’s be realistic, “wearability” should always be a part of the criteria, hence there should be the perfect balance between offensive and wearable regardless of how f*d up the scent is. Girl idk what i’m yapping about at this point But this is perfect. PLEASE I know some people aren’t in the same level of the rabbit hole, we, the weird ass people with a fragrance hobby are in but I think this is something everyone should give a sniff regardless of what reaction one might evoke because this is a scent no one should miss out on. What an experience !! Love love love loveeee this so much (and this is coming from someone who used to enjoy generic fruity-floral peachy scents) GRAB A BOTTLE OF THIS IF U WANT TO ADD A LEATHER NOTE ON UR FRAGRANCES !! IT’S DEFINITELY AN ESSENTIAL FOR LEATHER LOVERS IF U NEED THAT EXTRA LEATHER KICK FOR UR AMBERS, ORIENTALS, SPICES, INCENSES, VANILLAS, AND SO ON !!

Masterpiece leather I have been a fan since 2024 , I have been getting decants and testers since i usually only use a little and then layer with different vanille to make it feminine and recently my brother ended up getting a full bottle for himself after testing other popular leathers. It's a beautiful realistic leather and has nuance ,, complexity , it is not at all completely linear but it is leather LEATHER . I find sometimes it smells little differently in different whiffs, literally reminds me of smelling my full grain calf leather Italian handbag when it came out of It's protective bag . It's really elegant, for classy gentlemen with good taste and a esoteric side . For a leather I don't think it's overly mature smelling either (but it will be old smelling to very young noses). Perfect for an evening black tie event ,I think its too intense and big to be a daily wear , but if that's who you are then sure why not. If you're a lady craving a realistic leather in your collection I think this should be the one , the soft/ sweet/smokey notes that round it off make it really easy to pair with anything "white musk" and floral as well and give it a good raw edginess Longevity on clothes is excellent, i can smell it on jackets and dresses even after the wash , on skin it lasts easily about 4-6 hours before starting to become intimate (but will stay till a proper wash) , sillage over all is really good without becoming annoying and cloying but I do find myself getting a bit smell blind when i wear it too often , it seems less intense to me than to other people around , so I think you have to be mindful of the sprays overtime Overall, love this juice , no notes

Very much a masculine fragrance. This fragrance is a complement magnet. Put on a few sprtizes on your neck at the beginning of the day and people will still be noticing it at the end of the work day. Very heavy tobacco note which is atypical for many fragrances at the moment and makes this really unique. Iniitial spray fees slightly harsh and pungent, but the dry down after 10 seconds settles this fragrance down into a rich yet fresh, sophisticated and classy fragrance. I am not exaggerating, I have had people genuinely comment to me, mid conversation that I smell amazing and ask me what fragrance I am wearing. Easily will become one of my permanent signature scents to wear. As it is a woody and tobacco heavy fragrance, it lends itself more to Autumn, Winter and Spring than Summer, as I could see the heavy nature of it being too much in hot weather. However, it can easily make a transition between day to night as a fragrance as it is elegant and professional enough to work for being in the office and out and about, while being deep and sensuous enough to also work very well as an evening fragrance. It conjoures to mind a luxurious, dark wood panelled room, crystal glasses of brandy, and the rich scent of cigar tobacco that develops over years in cigar lounges.

This version is a little bit less dark and less intense than the Les Absolus d'Orient version. It's still a sophisticated and richly textured leather fragrance that balances depth and warmth with elegant precision. The leather accord is supple and luxurious, enhanced by the smokiness of woods and the sweetness of osmanthus, which lends subtle hints of apricot and floral undertones. A touch of cedarwood and musk deepens the composition, creating a warm, enveloping base. Refined yet bold, Cuir Intense is an ode to timeless leather, offering both strength and sensuality in a beautifully crafted blend. Perfect for lovers of smooth, elegant leather. 💼 In my honest opinion this is one of the best and most realistic leather accords out there. It's very photo-realistic, simply addictive. It desperately wants to be a dark rugged leather, but instead it's smooth and supple. Kinda like Drake who acts tough but he's still a softie. 😁 A video review is also available on my YT ▶️

Intense leather, plain and simple! Not to sound redundant given the name, but this is easily one of the most intense and realistic leather fragrances I’ve ever tried, up there with Cuoium in terms of sheer leather intensity. As for the scent itself, it delivers exactly what it promises: an overdose of leather and tobacco. As it dries down, a subtle powdery sweetness begins to emerge. I believe the osmanthus and sandalwood help smooth out the composition in the later stages. That said, if I hadn’t seen the note breakdown beforehand, my description would simply be leather, leather, and more leather. Overall, Cuir Intense is a very niche fragrance made for people with personality who genuinely enjoy leather focused scents. If you don’t like leather, that doesn’t make the fragrance bad. It simply wasn’t designed to please you. When I consider the composition, execution, quality, and price, I honestly see this fragrance as a work of art. 9.5/10

I went on a search for a leather/tobacco fragrance, which ended with me blind buying this and I couldn't be happier. To me this is the sweet spot between Ombre Leather (which I found a bit dull) and Gucci Guilty Absolute (which lacked performance and versatility). It's more pungent, slightly smokier and dirtier than Ombre Leather, but I also find it more complex and layered with a dense floral accord that adds sweet sunshine. It feels really dense and quite dry. High quality yet unfancy. Definitely a more challenging wear for a woman but I'd be seriously intrigued by the woman who wears this. As with Oud Essentiel, performance is outstanding, which I think makes the price point quite good from discounters. 1 spray is enough for a day. I still notice it on myself around bedtime. Another absolute love from the Absolus Allegoria line. 10/10. Thank you Thiery Wasser and Guerlain. P.S. the bottle is gaudy as hell with a great atomiser.

Absolutely in love with this! My SA from Guerlain first introduced it to me, knowing I enjoy bold, statement-making fragrances that truly make an entrance. Be warned: this is not for the faint of heart. Despite its power, I often wear it even on summer days, and I’ve received countless compliments. The leather note adds an edgy sophistication, while the sweet, fruity touch of osmanthus brings balance and depth. 😎 This fragrance really shines in colder weather or in cool indoor settings, making it perfect for special events. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves niche or bold statement scents. But if you prefer fresh, citrusy fragrances—which I personally don’t—you might want to stay away from this one.

By far my favorite leather fregrance. The opening gives a blast of photorealistic and elegant leather, spices and a resinous and syrupy tobacco with hints of something fruity almost like raspberry. I get it when some people say about a gasoline vibe but it faded quickly. At the same time I get a beautiful floral background and all of that together creates a luxurious complex and rich scent bubble that projects something powerful and captivating. Perfect for special occasions and cold evenings even on cool summer nights. Projection and longevity are nuclear on skin 16h+ and on clothes it lasts for days. Super value for money and amount of juice. Best leather on the market!!!

I used to think Ombre leather can teach beginners what Leather can do in a fragrance. Then one day I received a 5ml sample of this beast in my order. Absolutely mesmerising perfume artistry using leather. This is what luxury should smell like. So decadent yet versatile. The animalic notes so prominent yet so likeable even for a beginner's nose. Just for reference, I always most definitely purchase 50ml bottles. This one was only available for 125ml and I went ahead and bought this despite the size and price. For anyone looking for their first mature complex fragrance with leather, this is a great buy.

This is a pure dry, powdery bliss and exactly why we love the House of Guerlain! Prominent leather and tobacco with bunch of noble, dry, aromatic woods tied together and underscored beautifully by apricoty, balmy Osmanthus. This is exactly the type of sophistication that makes women's panties wet when their office crush walks by wearing this and they take a whiff... The dry down very much reminds me of another of my dry woody favorite gems Patchouli & Cedar of Tweed by pH Fragrances.

I just tried it out today in a shop and the reminescent pharmaceutical accords of Balsamic Liniment (Vishnevsky Ointment) which I grew up with just hit me straight away. This cream used to heal everything when I was a child, made of birch tar and castor oil, so you can imagine that it mostly worked as a repellent. This is the most fascinating perfume experience so far, no other fragrance has triggered such a deep connection yet. Simply majestical.

I am so confused with the online offerings of this! What is the difference between "Guerlain Les Absolus d'Orient Cuir Intense" and "Guerlain Absolus Allegoria Cuir Intense"? Does anybody know? The name here is just "Cuir Intense Guerlain" without any Absolu adjectives! So what is that all about? If One version is the old one, which one is it? So fucking confusing!

The First time I smelled it was not long ago, but as soon as this banger of a scent entered my nostrils I knew i was in for an absolute masterpiece, this is one of many reasons i say that guerlain is a very underrated brand, but, for many it could be difficult to wear

My favorite from the line. By the way all of them is similar among them. But this is more strong and last longer on the skin. As a woman I can say that is unisex leans a bit to male side, but to those women that don't care to very female fragrance is acceptable.

A really long lasting scent. Leather is the main charaster here, with the other ingredients giving the leather its edge. The smell of leather here could be described as opening a new expensive leather bag and sticking your head in there and sniffing. I like it!

The first sniff was overwhelming leather and I wasn't exactly sold but the drydown is BEYOND GORGEOUS. Takes a sweet and sensual turn, it feels like a different fragrance. This is a masterclass in lovely wearable Leather!

The best leather fragrance ever. Rich, dark, mysterious and complex. The performance is beyond crazy stays 16+ hours on my skin and about 3 to 4 hours of crazy projection. Highly recommended for leather lovers.

tried this perfume twice from a friend, and it’s safe to say this is the best perfume i’ve ever tried when it comes to longevity. used it on my clothes and the smell lasted for TWO MONTHS. perfection.

Got this for my husband. Makes me go feral, love how dark and creamy and complex it is. Leather, tobacco well done and extremely good projection and longevity, completely worth every penny you spend.

Oh wow... beautiful leather scent. Linear but so well rounded, smooth. I’m a woman and I think this is really unisex. If you like leather, this is great 🤎🤎