Ambrette 9

Ambrette 9 is a beautiful, sweet embrace of apple, pear, and the comforting musk of ambrette seeds. This simple combination was formulated with babies in mind, as it was originally made for mothers to share with their children. My colleagues at Le Labo told me about this French custom and I thought the notes were fitting. This is one of my favorite fragrances because I find it so nostalgic. A friend told me it reminds her of her motherland, another told me it smells like a hug from her favorite aunt. Ambrette 9 reminds me of childhood - playing tag with your friends on a warm spring day and mom brings out a fruit bowl for you and your friends to share. The pleasant sweetness of the fruit mixes well with the light layer of perspiration on your skin. Ambrette 9 is a cherished memory in a bottle. On my skin, this fragrance develops into a soft, buttery sweetness. When I sweat, the sweetness turns into a slightly soapy, inoffensive musk. There is a slight coolness to it when first applied, then the ambrette warms up to you and makes her appearance. I wish this embrace lasted longer on skin, but it does well with a fragrance enhancer (Molecules 1 and 2 are a godsend). If you can find it, the perfume oil is stronger and mixes well with scent-free body creams. This fragrance is expensive and not strong enough to justify its price point, but I still think it's worth a try if you enjoy skin scents.

honestly this is what a skin scent concept such as Glossier You could have been with a good decent execution. Musk, musk, and musk, which also means that it does lingers for a really long time. For those who have problems with longevity and projection, it could be because either you are anosmic to a certain type of musks or you just didn’t apply the perfume correctly. I’m not a trained perfumer but based on my experience this smells pretty much like Ambrettolide which isn’t really the type of odour profile that I love, it leans heavily towards the feminine side and always reminds me of how a girl next door would smell with a lingering trail made of all the shampoo, skincare, makeup, body lotion etc. that she uses. Not for me, but I’m pretty sure it appeals to a majority of the population out there who are into this profile Those fruity notes in the opening are pretty much counterproductive here as it looks like most people judged the fleeting opening for what the perfume actually smells like.

On me this ends up as a super soft milky Anise scent with the slightest touch of sparkly citrus. Clean and simple, but super comforting at the same time. It definitely draws people closer. There are moments when it reminds me of Jo Malone Nectarine Blossom and Honey, and a super soft and creamier La Chasse Aux Papillons, oddly enough. I can also understand the sweaty milky baby, or yoga girls fresh out of the shower, as other reviewers compared it to, but there's just something about the milky Anisic dry down that puts this "dainty" scent as the Le Labo salesman called it, on my love and Christmas present list, and makes me almost forget that I originally balked at the price. I also love that it achieves this level of softness, while still having a distinct smell and doesn't veer into the land of powder.

I feel sorry for those unable to smell this fragrance or whose skin chemistry doesn’t work with it, because this is one of the most beautiful, addictive perfumes. The notes are pretty linear and unchanging. I wouldn’t say there are specific top, mid, or base notes per se: there’s an opening that develops in intensity but whose notes don’t change. Contrary to what some other people have said, I can smell it on myself for around 6 hours. This perfume stays very close to the skin and its notes are fairly clear to discern: it’s a beautiful symphony of musky ambrette, aldehydes, a background hint of cotton flower, all led by a predominant accord of the most heavenly pears and apples. Truly breathtaking if you are lucky enough to be able to attune to it.

When I was riding the train I kept thinking the 2 ladies (in yoga outfits) next to me smell soooo good (in a natural way). When I exited the train, 45 minutes later, I continued to smell it and realized it was me. This smells like a great-smelling female (lotioned up/hairspray/makeup/etc) who just got done working out at the gym. So in other words . . . this has a sweet natural musky smell. If you want to smell good in a natural way, this is for you. I'd imagine one would make a great impression wearing this in close/intimate situations. And this doesn't smell like Byredo's Mojave Ghost but I totally see the comparison. They perform the same way. Both are subtly loud. They're both that quiet girl/guy who everyone admires when they walk into a room.

I love this scent, because it's so strange on me. First it opens on an odd banana note, slightly sour and not so appealing, but you won't get it until your nose is against the arm. Then it develops into this bright musky slightly fruity (though I cant discern exactly, maybe pear) skin scent that peaks at a very slight aura around 2 hours in then drops back to an intimate skin scent. But as a skin scent it last and lasts and lasts on me. It's delightful, but definitely not worth full price. I picked up a half used 50ml for $60 (originally ~$200 full) and I'm happy with that. When it runs out I will probably not replace it, but it is very fun for now. Wear it whenever during the day, but I feel it lacks the intensity I want during the night.

I don't know. I bought a 5ml decant and sprayed 2 sprays on every pulse point and collarbones and it wafted in and out of existence. It's very VERY similar to clean reserves clean, which I'm comparing currently, I feel like if you have one you don't need the other. Considering the price point of amberette 9, I'd recommend clean reserve, maybe even sparkling sugar or radiant nectar. I'm going to keep trying it but it's so weak and so freaking similar to the clean reserves, I could not justify the price. You can get clean and radiant nectar cheap on fragrance.net. Love the scent, cannot justify the price

Now this is a very penetrant scent, but I must disagree with anybody who says it disappears in five minutes. It is so concentrated it lasts easily 24 hours on my skin though it doesn't leave a trail. The pear and aldheydes are very present and constant, but overall it's my favourite Le Labo fragrance. Well blanded and original, I find it unisex maybe not for everyday on men but in particular moments of the day, to use when you know you are in close contact to other people. It's not gourmand but leans to the sweet side. Very comforting and full-bodied, give it a try!

I got a tester of this recently - and it's how I imagine springtime in paradise smells. It opens with a delicious cloud of fresh pears, apples and meyer lemons, and then a soft mellow musk pokes through as it starts to settle. It sits pretty close to the skin, and while I didn't expect great longevity because of how delicate the scent was, the drydown lasted fairly long (~6hrs). It's an "off-dry" sort of scent, sweet-ish but not gourmand-sweet. Definitely want the FB soon so I can spray away before the spring is done. Gorgeous scent.

Ambrette 9: I love this fragrance. When it first hits my skin, it smells musky and nutty. This is my favorite part, but it’s short-lived. Then it kind of disappears for a while until it re-emerges as something fruity and musky. It’s fruity in a very unique way, like mixed fruits or a soft fruit punch. Then it starts to remind me a lot of Chanel N.18, however the latter has more of an exotic feel with spices and a little more heft. But for a light, fresh, your skin but better fragrance, Ambrette 9 is very nice.

Apple juice and digestive biscuits at first, then a sweet soft musk for the rest of the day. I don't know what ambrette smells like on it's own really, but I think I love it. This has a natural smelling musk that isn't like anything else. When I used to be a nanny the kids would hug me and say "you smell like you". You're not really getting perfume here. It reminds me a little bit of winter fruit that got warm in a patch of sun on the kitchen counter. I love it and will buy it until I'm dead.

I absolutely love this fragrance. I see so many complaints of longevity and projection but even though I disagree, I think that was the goal when making this MASTERPIECE. It's so intimate, soft & subtle but still projects for those up close & personal. Leaves you feeling calm & relaxed & I swear this has to be the loveliest ambrette frag I've ever smelled. It's so warm & fluffy with subtle hints of clean cotton sheets just washed with baby detergent. I LOVE IT!

Perfect perfume for sensitive people! It was my entry into the fragrance world, and it will be forever in my heart. I like to apply it before bed because it feels like a hug. Yes it does not project, but that’s the point. People who come close will still smell it on you! I got a few compliments from my colleagues. I believe this smell is impossible to hate. It smells of comfort and care. Ideal choice for small spaces.

Ok so when I first sprayed this almost 2 years ago, I hated it. It was bitter and the scent was just weird and not a comforting scent at all like I thought it would be. But I sprayed it again today, and I love it. It's honestly like nothing else I've smelled, and I have an extensive collection. Let this one settle on your skin before you judge it. Perfect everyday LOW KEY scent that will just make you smell good :)

Thankfully, this works wonderfully on my skin. It's a pleasant, musky skin scent, with distant flowers and an almost nostalgic warmth...a memory of a summer evening wandering through the woods. I'll often put my work shirt on the next day and wonder what that beautiful smell is...only to be reminded that it's Ambrette 9...and how grateful I am to know it, and to have it in my collection.

I love how it's musky but in a natural way, similar to sweet saliva or salty skin. This gives the fragrance richness while the effervescent quality from the lemon and fruits makes it also fresh and comforting. It is a beautiful creation. The second time I tried it I actually changed my rating from Like to Love! PS. The fruits are not listed but I detect pear and cassis.

One of the best ambrette fragrances I've ever tried. It's soft, cozy, and so comforting to wear. Can barely detect any fruity notes on my skin, but nutty and musky scent is very prevalent and so pleasant. Just wish it lasted longer, it lasts about 2 hrs on skin and 3 hrs on clothes. It's not so powdery but creamy on me and that's what I love about it.

Just ordered a bottle. Absolutely love it. It's very clean ethereal and airy to me. It sticks to my skin in warm weather and I can still smell it on my skin the next morning. Skin chemistry is a thing. When I first tested it on tester paper i could smell nothing but the next morning it was sensational. Probably my best buy of 2025.

Another Le Labo and no surprise, a lot of people cannot smell much. For those fortunate enough to smell this, it is pure heaven. A crystal almost cold intensive pear, cloaks you in a fun playful yet serious aura. Layers fantastically with Oud 27. Oh and get the oil, it's cheaper and better.

This is really pretty. Soft, fruity, musky, clean. It’s a strange one, though, as the scent comes and goes but it’s definitely there. Don’t give up on her! Make sure you notice how she lingers on your clothes and skin until the next day. A skin scent but long-lasting.