Shalimar Parfum

If Shalimar extrait "smells like grandma," then grandma is having one hell of a sexy time in assisted living! I can't even do this perfume justice, and others before me have said it better than I ever could, but I can't help but wax poetic here. If you can find a vintage bottle of Shalimar extrait, it's unbelievable. I've always loved Shalimar in all of its concentrations, including a number of citrusy flankers (eau, light, legere) and especially the very wearable vintage eau de cologne, but the extrait has always been my no.1 fave fragrance of all time. I wear it just for me. It's intimate incense vanilla like none other. I don't know anyone else who does vanilla like Guerlain. I have several bottles of extrait ranging from the early and mid 1970s, a Saint Gobain bottle from the 1980s, and decants of the 90s, 2000s, and the current formulation, but anything before late 60s/early 70s has always eluded my budget. Well, my most recent score is an incredibly well-preserved Marly horse (the older, smaller gold horse stamp that lacks detail) 1 oz bat bottle from either late 1950s or 1960 based on the sticker, box, and presentation. I'm so happy I could cry. The juice inside, dark amber-colored like a fine aged bourbon, is amazing from start to finish, telling its beautiful story while continuing to grow better and better as it melds with my skin. It's so very warm and smooth at this point, now an hour later, and the animalics are tempered by the most beautiful floral (I had never *really* smelled the florals in Shalimar until this batch) before finally reaching a perfect Guerlain vanilla. *sigh* I'm seriously stunned because I thought I knew Shalimar, but apparently I didn't. It's not the brash smoky incense-leather of the 80s and early 90s, and it's not the watered down brighter citrus-vanilla powderiness of the current extrait, although I'm sure some of those citrus top notes used to shine more but have disappeared with age. I love those formulations, too, don't get me wrong, but they are nowhere near the intoxicatingly rich-yet-smooth feel of this 1960 extrait. My c.1980s extrait in the wide-base Saint Gobain bottle was my very first Shalimar, and it's what I always used to consider as the definitive Shalimar before I knew any better. I mean, honestly, I still thoroughly enjoy what's left of that bottle, too, but, in all its 1980s glory, it's much louder and more aggressive in its presence than this 1960 extrait. The screechiest I own is the late 70s extrait, and it's the one decade, or part of a decade, I have that I could do without. When people speak of the blast of medicinal or bitter, smoky, burning leather mixed with petrol phase in the middle of Shalimar's development (it's not well-blended and jumps out from the rest of the composition), that's the one that immediately comes to mind. It's that short-lived moment in that 1970s extrait that makes me regret having even bothered with it at all until it finally settles down, and I'm not one to shy away from leather. This 1960 extrait, on the other hand, has none of that harshness found in the 1970s batch while still retaining a smokey leathery earthiness in the sweeter vanillic background. I can't express how much I adore it and how well blended it is. There's no break in the transitions as it evolves. Wow. The drydown several hours later, still lingering on my wrists, is Guerlain at its finest. Lucky for me, the online seller didn't know what they had or they would have listed it for at least twice what I paid. I feel like I hit the jackpot and can only hope that someday I will get my hands on a 20s-40s bottle. One can dream. : )

I purchased @ auction many years ago a vintage bottle of Shalimar body/bath oil produced circa early 1950's before the introduction of the 15 ml. (1/2 fl.oz) huile pour le bain limited range in the clear glass 'lyre' bottle with the gold cap, my bottle had originally contained roughly 50 mls. although slight evaporation had removed all volatile elements of the product over the 60 or so intervening years since production, the deep gold emollient had turned into a pourable black tarry sludge that resembles used motor oil and the tiniest smudge from handling the white plastic cap upon opening persists on skin for at least 12-24 hours plus, gone are the top citrus notes leaving only the bulk of the middle including May rose(centifolia), Grasse jasmine, Florentine iris and the powerful 'Guerlain' balsamic base (Guerlinade) of vanillin, incense, powdery styrax, tonka & sandalwood, WOW! A veritable powerhouse of all that is dark, carnal and utterly skanky in a perfume of such oriental proportions. I have since transferred the bulk of this precious unguent into a Baccarat *Chauve Souris*Shalimar flacon and is stored in climate controlled conditions along with my other rare extracts and vintage perfumes, the rest I keep in a small vial to use sparingly during the cooler winter months, this rare commodity is not technically extrait/parfum as such although I imagine after considerable concentration of the pure elixir vitae this would be the ultimate result, of this I have no doubt. Upon application the dry down just keeps evolving into the most incredible densely lush vanillic/ashes of roses combo that defies most modern orientals! BTW, my other assorted bottles of vintage parfums, body oil's & extrait's of ~Shalimar~ are just as special although a lot tamer by comparison, I consider this most unusual past treasure as my reference point to the greatest oriental fragrance ever created, Thank's for reading, it's great to share with like-minded collectors and aficionados, I guard this fragrant oddity most zealously and use it even more sparingly! I have several Baccarat flacons that contain from 2 fl.oz's up to 4.2 fluid ounces, these are sealed and carefully stored for those proverbial rainy days, one can never have enough Shalimar parfum :)

[200] Shalimar is both a bona fide classic and a personal favourite. The original modern oriental fragrance, it is rightfully considered the best of its ilk. Featuring a groundbreaking use of vanilla, Shalimar paved the way for countless oriental and otherwise vanilla-centric perfumes, and is still utterly relevant today. A legend among perfumes, Shalimar is an opulent, timeless classic. I have a tiny vintage miniature of Shalimar parfum from the 1990s. While each concentration is similar and instantly recognisable as Shalimar, there are some differences. The parfum is more muted and less symphonic than the EDP. In Chanel No. 5 fashion, the parfum more closely resembles the EDT. Also, as is often the case with the extrait/parfum version, sillage is more intimate despite the stronger concentration, but longevity is better. I tend to have a soft spot for old-style parfums for these reasons, as well as for their elegance and precious ingredient concentration. The parfum is extremely well-blended, featuring the famed Guerlinade accord throughout. The citruses of the opening are more muted here than in other concentrations. Lemon is most evident, and its typical sharpness is tempered beautifully by the woody-vanilla accord. Soft spices emerge pretty early on. Rose, jasmine and iris are evident, but are softer and less nuanced than in the EDP or EDT. They are wonderfully powdery, rounding out the Guerlinade accord. The florals, along with the vanilla note, are reminiscent of high-quality vintage toiletries. Cleaner and less earthy than the EDP, the floral heart lasts for a long time on my skin, becoming slightly soapy, and is deeply pleasant. The drydown is dark and rich, with the spicy-amber accord being complemented by the smooth, perfectly sweet vanilla. The drydown phase is where the parfum most resembles the EDP in particular, but it is a touch more leathery and animalic. Sillage is moderate and longevity is excellent. Best suited for autumn/winter. Utterly beautiful, the parfum is more muted, yet richer and more streamlined than the EDP. Possibly the most elegant version, it is also the version that feels most vintage. To be used sparingly. An icon and a masterpiece. 5/5.

I got a bottle of this almost 2 months ago (current formulation) and I absolutely love it! It makes me dream. I first found out about the existence of Shalimar about a year ago! I heard about it from SuperDacob on YouTube and while I was at Macy’s, I thought I’d try it since I love vanilla! I tried the EDP on a card and I was a little shocked by it at first. It was my first encounter with a complex fragrance. I could tell it was well made but I didn’t think it was for me! Well, after a few hours, the card magically became the most hypnotic, mystical, magical vanilla I’ve ever smelled! I became addicted to smelling the card and went back for the EDP! After some time with it, I thought I’d try the OG extrait! I waited till Saks had a sale and got it 25% off! What a steal! I loved the box and presentation of the extrait, so luxurious and exactly what I would expect from the famed French perfumery. After breaking the beautiful seal and applying the extrait to the back of my hand, I was taken back in amazement. It’s so delicate and smooth, it almost smells like a more intense version of the dry down of the EDP! It opens with a slight licorice note that dissipates in a few seconds. It’s probably a note I can’t identify but I do like it! And the vanilla is so beautiful and yummy! There isn’t really much that I can say besides it’s the most beautiful and delicious fragrance I’ve tried and it’s my favorite! I do still love the EDP and use it often! I also like putting the EDP over the extrait when the extrait has begun to fade. It revives the extrait and adds such a beautiful quality to the EDP. All in all, I now refuse to live without it! It is so beautiful and I am so happy to have taken a chance on Shalimar. It is a true classic that has a story as beautiful as the fragrance itself. Jacques Guerlain really delivered when he created this timeless classic fragrance. I wish he were still here to dream and to see how people love his art to this day.

GUERLAIN Shalimar Parfum Extrait Jacques Guerlain 1925 New formula At least some of the original notes (Kafkaesque) Bergamot, Lemon, Jasmine, Rose, Orris, Opopanax, Tonka bean, Birch tar, Patchouli, Incense, Vetiver, Civet, Castoreum, Vanilla, Musks Possibly in the new version Benzoin, Peru Balsam, and Sandalwood (The Perfume Shrine) If you check the list of the notes nowadays it’s very simple and unfortunately it is the case in new formula of edp but in this extract there is a depth in it which includes a way more than “Bergamot, Florals, Iris, Rose, Jasmine, Vanilla and Tonka Bean” (extrait, Fragrantica). For sure you can find there a leather note which is from Birch Tar and from the combination of balsams and resins (Opoponax, Myrrh, Benzoin, Peru Balsam) and there is a beautiful slightly smoky feeling, like Sandalwood like creamy texture as well blended with Vanilla. I’m sure in the old formulas Civet, Castoreum and Musk play the big role and bring the sensuality, glory and some mystery to this scent and I will haunt some vintage version. Parfum is definitely better one than edp and it has more personality as well. From fragrantica (edp) “Some people may find the scent too strong or overwhelming”. The reason for that phrase imo is not that the juice would be that strong but the most of the people voting here are maybe more used to mainstream designers and therefore it feels exceptionally heavy and very different. Yet, the both edp and the new formula of extrait de parfum are very wearable and versatile but it’s also good to bear in mind that even if I’m not categorizing the perfumes so strictly into the seasons, Shalimar is shining when the weather is cold. Thank you for reading, I hope my review was helpful. I would appreciate a lot if you want to follow me on IG and/or YouTube (English subtitles): @ninamariahperfumes It gives me a lot of motivation to write more. 🤗

I have the vintage parfum and it smells heavenly. The vanilla and the powdery notes smell absolutely lovely. I specifically love the powdery notes in this because they smell quite elegant rather than being more on the baby powder side like I smell in the modern. Not saying the modern powdery notes smell just like baby powder, but it smells a bit more of a sweet or juvenile powder, where in the vintage its an older woman type of powder. Kind of like the floral perfumed powders woman used throughout the 50's and 60's. The smokiness to this is nicer. The bergamot you can faintly smell. The modern is beautiful, but, I like this more than the modern version. It doesn't radiate in through the room but since it's the extrait, you can smell it when giving a hug or walking by someone, you can get a whiff of it. UPDATE: I purchased the modern parfum extrait and I have to say THIS IS MY FAVORITE PERFUM FOR FALL AND WINTER! Maybe even for certain occasions in the spring and summer. While the vintage perfume smells heavenly, I do have to say I can smell the civet more in the vintage compared to the modern, and its a little off-putting. It does give the vintage a bit of a more sexy smell but I can definitely smell it more now. I like the vintage parfum better than the EDP, but I like the modern parfum more than vintage. I also want to add that comparing the vintage to the modern, they smell almost identical even though they have been reformulated. You can still identify this as Shalimar the second you smell the modern, where as a lot of companies that have reformulated legendary perfumes and changed the smell all together, Guerlain does a great job of keeping this fragrance a classic.

Shalimar Extract is the most sophisticated frag from the most sophisticated parfume house in France, featuring one of the 3 most difficult ingredients to prepare for being the dominant component: "the most buttery Iris", rightly says redskyatnight. But there's a lot more to it, with it's unique oriental touch. A timeless jewel, almost 100 years young. A look at the votes above simply tells the story : how many frags on this site have a love or like to dislike ratio close to infinity ? It's the only frag I know which is totally independent from mood, season, daytime, etc., sort of a solid rock inviting you to come and be its object, not the other way around. You must be an unconditional parfume lover to appreciate this wonder, as sillage and longevity are incredible (when our son is in our home, he smells it from his far away bedroom when I spay it on me ...). Everything is perfect, from the spray at evening to the drydown the next morning, after a long travel through kaleidoscopic gardens and landscapes. I'm 64 and didn't notice any change in this frag over the decades, except that like every really great frag, it is not affected by age - I actually think it is even getting better with age. So for my retirement I went for the 250 ml bee bottle of Extract, not really cheap (actually around 1000 € in France), but with 25% off sometimes available in the Guerlain Boutiques and their website, given the quality of this juice and the price of the tiny 30 ml bottle, I felt it was a bargain ... and a taste of paradise which now can wait for years to come to me ....

It's not every day that I can find an occasion to wear Shalimar, but when it fits, it really does fit. It generally involves subtle dabbing, cold weather, and walking around outside on a brisk day where I can enjoy the sillage and then the smooth drydown later. Like a lot of the classic Guerlains (and much of classic perfumery!) this feels like an impressionistic painting--that is, something to be enjoy from afar because up close it's all muddled and chaotic. I have come to like the weird powdery/acidic experience of smelling it on the skin at close range, but clearly this was meant to be wafted, leaving a seductive trail. The overall impression is of a smoky, incensy, vanilla leather. The huge shot of bergamot at the top does give a fun and juicy contrast to the darker notes. That said, in the vintage with all that original photosensitizing bergamot, the sharp and herbal aspects of the citrus peel (which have a completely different odor profile from the neutered, currently acceptable bergamot) serve as a beautiful connector to the resins and leather in the base, rather than as merely a fun contrast. At the end of the journey of the parfum, the final vanillic leather left on the skin is so beautiful and soft that it can definitely be appreciated close up--perhaps an intentional end of the evening sensuality! The modern extrait still smells great, but is missing the roundedness in the leather accord--whether that came from birch tar or the different musks or what have you from the original, I'm not sure, but the vintage is truly magic.

The bottle of this I'm trying is old. How old? I'm unsure. But old. It's from an auctioned lot of an estate sale. Yes, Guerlain is as French as possible. But yet...this fragrance gives me vivd mental imagery of imperial Russian monarchs, the Romanov family, bitterly frigid conditions outdoors, and the absolutely un-processably gorgeously lavish Winter Palace indoors. This is to say, this fragrance is unreal. It's difficult to even make sense of it all. On my skin, it's pissy when it opens. Vinegar-y, sharp...skanky. I believe the bergamot is shot. I've made vinegar from citrus peels....this is reminiscent of that. But it doesn't last long, as that evaporates, the smoothest, orris-y, leathery, decadent AGED tonka just BLASTS off. There's dry, matriarchal rose. There's golden dusty narcissus (probably not actually, but that's how it reads to me). There's INDOLES like mad, a dignified sexuality. What am I even saying? No...it makes 0 sense. But it actually makes perfect sense. Overwhelmingly though is simply...emboldened elegance. And warmth. Warmth enough for absolutely anything. This bottle is going to my mom, because Shalimar was always her signature. I have the EDP anyway, it's aging gracefully, and the EDP is FAR more wearable (an eldest princess, but not the Grand Duchess). No doubt I'll inherit this anyway when the time comes (though I don't care to dwell on that, but this perfume will be a balm for my heart on that day). So beautiful, beyond description, beyond time. A masterpiece.

I reluctantly woke up to the "cold" this morning here in Florida. It is in the lower forties. For us that is cold. I usually apply some fragrance before brewing my joe if I cannot smell my bed time fragrance anymore. This was one of those mornings. I wanted to wear something boldy comforting but out of this world feminine. Not sure why but my hand led me to my vintage Shalimar Parfum that sleeps in her Baccarat Flacon in her little purple box. Upon first dab I was smitten. The Bergamot is pretty intense and a beautiful eye opener no doubt. I was awake then for sure! Within a minute the feminine cloud of Vanilla, Tonka and Floral notes enveloped me so I was lured into looking at my rings. I put a vintage Chrome Tourmaline one on. I also looked over my scarves and decided to put a fuzzy Alpaca one on to complement my not so fancy but cozy waffle weave pajamas and my really furry slippers. Then I went and made coffee. I become more confident and want to celebrate my womanliness when I wear my Shalimar Parfum. This is when I love to wear something vintage. I also want to feel soft fabrics and hear soft tones like Jazz or even Ambient House music. I become softened and bold. A delightful place no doubt. I know some people cannot wear the EDP. I suggest you try the Parfum. I have a vintage and newer flacon. I find both much more wearable and softer. Give this gorgeous Grande Dame a try! She may delight you too!

I’m not going to say anything new here. I don’t think there is anything new to say, nor am I enough of an expert or eloquent enough to try. I’m simply going to pile on one more review of a perfume that has probably been reviewed and discussed more times than any other in history save for Chanel No. 5. Shalimar is one of those perfect perfumes. Everything about it is perfect; there is not a single thing wrong with it, and nothing should be different. From the hazy and gauzy bergamot top languidly laying over a floral heart full of love and devotion, to the legendary, opulent, and silky vanilla, animalic musk and amber base, every part of the perfume is seamlessly and expertly stitched together to present one of the most elegant floral ambers ever created. And yet, I rarely wear it. So, why? Why don’t I more often wear a perfect perfume that I love? It just might be too perfect. Wearing Shalimar feels intimidating. Shalimar was the name of a legendary garden created by an Indian Shah to show his love for his queen, and wearing the perfume feels like I’ve stepped into something more majestic than I can comprehend, that I am unworthy of it. I don’t wear Shalimar, it wears me. Perhaps I lack the confidence to own it when I wear it. Perhaps its legendary status has caused to me to subconsciously put it on a pedestal that I cannot reach. It’s special. So very special. Long live Shalimar.

There used to be a fine dining establishment in my town by the name of "The Colony". This was the epitome of elegant service, beautiful decor, wondrous wines and delicious food. Exceedingly high prices, but so justified. It seemed that only the most gorgeous women and powerful, exciting men dined there. One could often catch a subtle breeze of smokey vanilla-laden leather wafting throughout. Yes, it could only be one... Shalimar Extrait. Pearls and gemstones against black velvet or silk; hair done in French twists or chignons. And at the pulse points, a touch or two of Jacques Guerlain's Shalimar. Shalimar Extrait is perhaps "The Oriental", but it is also so French. Rather good to wear around food, as it speaks volumes, but in a pleasant murmur, such as conversation at The Colony. Drink your Champagne and inhale this love-inspired parfum and be content. So content. I don't think of Shalimar as a "sexy" fragrance. More as an opulent, seductive glance sort of scent. Never could understand what some smell as "band-aide" in its' notes. Perhaps it is some resin mixed with leather? It is powdery, but not like powder-puff powder. Just enough to be oh, so feminine. Guess I’ve said more than enough. Can you tell that I wish I were dining at The Colony, twisting my pearls and sniffing my Shalimar annointed wrists? Damn this is just about Heaven.

I purchased 2 vintage bottles one from the 80's and my favorite one which is from the 60's or 70's with the Marley Horse logo. The bergamont in this is beyond amazing! I only put a drop on my wrists and this will scent the whole room just from me typing, it's that good! My bottle is small but thankfully a dab is all you need. I love the civet in this I was not fond of it in the current Shalimar edp at first but thanks to this I now fully appreciate this scent and what is in it. I only wear this extrait on very special occasions or when I just want to sniff it, it actually relaxes me. I don't get too much floral it is there just not super pronounced in this bottle. In this bottle that I own it's all about the bergamont. civet,Iris, and vanilla. I love how Guerlain does vanilla it is mainly why I still buy their scents today. Plus I love the powderyness the Iris brings There is not much more that needs to be said about this that hasn't already been said except to enjoy this and the history it brings with it. I'm so grateful I own a small bottle of this juice. I would like a bigger one but for now I only need a few drops and it just takes me to such a wonderful place. All while lasting on my skin till the next day! So, I guess I wrote this review because I wanted to share my love for this classic as well. Adore it!

As TillyWave says, no real review is needed here. I like modern Shalimar, prefer vintage. Love eau de parfum and parfum de toilette and the older cologne, like the Ode a la Vanille versions very much. I'm not a huge fan of edt but only in that it's the last concentration I'd choose - it's Shalimar, The Queen of the Orientals and to me, it's all good. But the extrait is on beyond good. Again I prefer vintage, though modern is still lovely. It's not at all hard nor outrageusly expensive to find good bottles of Shalimar parfum from the 70s - early 90s on Ebay so that is what I have a hoard of. There's nothing else on earth like it. I am one who loves the smokey bergamot opening which is much more pronounced in the extrait than any other version. The heart is to die for - so rich, with it's beautiful iris, jasmine, rose, vetiver on a base of leather, oppoponax, incense, civet, tonka, sandalwood. The drydown..oh the drydown. An Oriental masterpiece. Shalimar parfum is what I would grab first in an evacuation. It is the one perfume I have never been without a bottle of since I turned 18

My late dearest ballet teacher and later boss wore Shalimar, and I still think of her when I smell it. I remember the trail she left when she busily paced through the corridors of the opera house on high heels. She was a strong willed woman, yet gentle with great humility, and so full of passion and love for the art of ballet, her dancers and students. Through hard work and the passion that she installed in me, I became a soloist in the company when I was only 20 years old. She remained my mentor and role model until she passed away from cancer a year ago. To honour her memory I recently ordered a flacon of the extrait and I was lucky to get my hands on a rather rare version; this extrait has also been produced in the flacons similar of the Mitsouko and L ́Heure Bleue, and this is what I got. The fragrance is deeper, spicier and heavier in the animalic aspect than the perfume versions which suits me just perfectly. Wearing this is my tribute to the Grand Old Lady of ballet in Norway, Ms. Anne Borg! <3

A comparitive review of the modern EDP vs a 60s - 70s acid etched parfum bottle in the purple box. One gripe I've always had with the current EDP is this strange flatness residing in the middle of each whiff you take. There is leather and vanilla and bergamot, yes, but these notes aren't rounded and somehow feel unfinished. It's like Michelangelo stopped carving David halfway through. Not so with the vintage parfum! All the buxom, heavy hitting notes are here, not competing for attention but working together to produce something plush, spicy, and full bodied. Everything is elevated, like someone turned the speakers up to 11. It smells kind of like big barrels of Earl Grey and Chai sitting next to each other by a warm fire on a starry fall night. Sweet and intoxicating. I have to admit, I still love the EDP, but it's a shadow of what Shalimar is meant to be. Every person into perfume should smell a vintage bottle at least once.

My impression of this parfum is vanilla, smoky incense, a bit of leather, with a powdery finish. Perfect for cold nights when you want to feel cozy. A bit more opulent and rounded than the EDT. Less cistrusy in the opening. This smells like a vanilla-forward flanker of L’Heure Bleue. CK Obsession is also similar, but they don’t get the vanilla right. Nobody can do vanilla quite like Guerlain. It’s certainly of a bygone era, and can be perceived as dated if you’re not used to richer perfumery. It may catch you off guard if you haven’t smelled something like it. A must-try if you’re interested in the history of perfumery. Perfumes these days rarely tell a story like this one does. It gets better and better the longer it’s worn. This is it, folks! Luxury at its finest. *chefs kiss*

I came across two f these last week at a very good price. Both are Marly Horse Extrait editions in a purple velvet box. I received the smaller bottle, the bigger is still in transit. I am curious to see how they compare, they are both from 1967. The one I have on hand has evaporated a little, but it is heavenly. I don't detect much difference from the current Shalimar formulation, aside from some extra warmth, and maybe more smoothness. Shalimar is one of my favorite perfume creations on Earth and I have many versions of it, so I am naturally thrilled to finally have this little piece of history in my hands. The Extrait is a must have for any Shalimar lover, please don't wait until all of these are gone. Just gorgeous!❤️

Reaching the shore of the base of the extrait is being suddenly wrapped in a fuzzy, golden blanket made of amber and night, warmed as if you have been cold all of your life and you just happended to notice. But the thing that really ties the knot in my throat is the huge, fresh, oily, animalic bergamot that splices several shades of green throughout the fragrance reaching to the base and back like the flare of green light in Daisy Buchanan's dock bleeding its gleam on the silky night sky of the harbor, an encore of freshness and warmth sailing against time and space to meet each other. I know there is no bulletproof excellency in fragrance, but this is in the nearest ball park to perfection.

I bought myself an early Mother’s Day treat in a .25 oz bottle. The extrait is SO much better than the edp, which I own and love (once the car repair shop smell has settled) but this...!!! NOW I get the sweet, fresh citrus opening and it’s very nice! The plush sweet vanilla, the leather, it’s all in perfect balance. The edp is fine, but now I understand what Shalimar is supposed to smell like. I can’t stop smelling my wrist! It’s wonderful. This is my fourth parfum extrait and I’m afraid my perfume habit is about to become much more expensive! And I realize that it may well be that with classic/historic fragrances, a parfum extrait may be the ONLY trustworthy concentration.