1 Million Elixir

First time i smelled it was in mall.I tested 4 colognes, 1 mil edt, 1 mil royal, 1 mil gold, and this one 1 mil elixir.All of them i sprayed on different parts of my arms, gold and royal was good, but they are bo that unique and seems super similar to the other rabannes colognes like invictuses.1 mil edt is a classic, i love it too, def give so much confident and succes vibes.Its the same as shows in ads, especially with Jordan Barret.Next day i changed gold to gold elixir and royal to 1 mil parfum.Gold elixir is good but again not that unique dna, and gives east vibes.1 mil parfum is a top tier fragrance too, but super floristic, more unisex and summer.And now finally the elixir.First thing I noticed after hanging all day that other fragrances lost most of scent, but elixir stayed, and it was like standing longer and opening sides of it scent.All this 1 millions similar at the opening, but later everything changes.When i came put from mall i smelled all of them, but when i smelled elixir i just experienced nose orgasm.I didn’t expected it would be so fantastic, it was same feeling when im first smelled swy intesly.Yeah it sweet from vanilla, but that vanilla is really different from other companies vanillas, theres a guy below describing this vanilla moment.This sweetness just so perfectly shimmers with woody note.Idk all the base notes that opening at 2+ hours bit this two feels like heaven.Even swy dont have that gorgeous combination.Also about longevity, i sprayed it 1.5 days ago and i went to sleep, was hanging and went to gym sauna and shower and idk how this banger still remains a bit at my arm, other colognes totally disappeared.So for me its a 10/10, best at this moment for me, only one fragment i can compare it to is initio absolute aphrodisiac, but its way overprised.So i fell in love with this one, later will say about compliments. I dont smelled prive and lucky but i think theyre even better, but there no of them in my country.

Scent 8/10 Unique Crisp sweet apple similar to original but less sweet and more balanced then a bunch of florals that blend amazingly and balanced out with vanilla which is purely sensational has a light soapy feel like floral laundry detergent but very sweet its that type of scent that nobody would complain if they smell it at all in my opinion its an underrated and is one of the best one million flankers I put it under sweet floral powdery unisex (a bit more masculine leaning than feminine) On its own its amazing although Can be layered with musky Or heavy oud scents this will elevate it and make it more complex trust me Versatility 3/10 Definetly not an everyday what so every you will get sick of it and hate it its just an occasional thing that some times fits perfectly best for going out with friends while wearing a sweater (not strictly winter tho) at night or day doesn’t matter will pull so much compliments (6-8sprays are enough) can be worn any time don't get me wrong but go light like 2-4sprays and you will be fine Sillage 8.5/10 On an windy cold day absolutely amazing and addicting scent trail and sillage it is just perfect what you would expect just like og one million but a much better scent Overall 6.5 The only downside its not versatile like it needs to be bit more masculine and less sweet (can be annoying if sprayed to much) to be worn everyday If you just like the og 1 million no adult man would wear it to office everyday like come on If you spray 2-4 sprays the scent is not as prominant and probably smell like as a like a floral detergent and people will associate you with this smell like why would you do that ? Its just a going out fragrance i call it the floral ultramale ( not similar scent but similar vibes and mood to wear it ) but not even as versatile its just a great unique scent to put in your collection

Sampled and wore it until it was gone. Strong smooth sugar sweetness! It's powerful and sugary but totally noncloying. There's more to it than just sugar, I think I get the osmanthus nuance, and I think it is a bit apple-ey and definetly vanillic. Also what I thought was a mandarin note (the geranium?) was soo strong on initial application but faded almost completely quite quickly. Anyhow I (and the average untrained nose would) find the scent a smooth sweetness with a lil depth. Simple but so addictive and yummyy. It's just soooooo good. Also, PHENOMENAL performance. It’s not sticky but it really sticks to you! It spread from my fingers to places I touched the day I sampled... I sampled at 4pm and could still smell it on the arm I sprayed and the hoodie sleeve it touched the very next day around 10am... and I did some exercise on the evening of the first day, and I live in a hot humid climate in general! Projection is great too! (Update: It’s been SIX DAYS and it's still noticeable strong distinct on my hoodie sleeve. I DIDN'T EVEN SPRAY IT ON THE CLOTHES My hand with it applied on was just INSIDE the sleeve. Good Lord. #NEEDTHAT.) As a whole: Surprisingly, it's absolutely amazeballs. I love it and would 100% wear it (it's unisexyy), but I would Looooove it on my boyfriend. I mean the whole reason I tried this frag in the first place was scouting colognes for him, but I want a bottle for myself now lol. I’m definetly gonna snag a bottle for us to share one day, we'll wear it together to match!, just walking around radiating a cloud of yummmmmy sweetness!!! P.S. To the guy who said "Bih compliment farm": 1. LOL, 2. Yeah facts I'm a girl and if I smelled this on a guy It's a Woah!

Overall, do I like 1 Million Elixir? Yes, this is one of the better 1 Million releases. I think it’s about on par with the original, and the other flanker Royal. The Parfum, Lucky, Gold, etc aren't bad, just not my cup of tea. The opening and first quarter of the wear is really the best part. After that, the vanilla and tonka bean take things over fully, and it’s not as dynamic. Not that it’s bad, but some buyers with more discerning noses may not be impressed about the later parts of this fragrance. The davana was a bit too short-lived, while the osmanthus and apple pairing is great while it’s got the center stage. But, that first bit is definitely strong enough to warrant a try or buy of 1 Million Elixir. This scent is for sure in the same vein as the Stronger With You line or Ultra Male. Though, the latter is much sweeter and has a spicier cinnamon note. Either way, it’s not exactly the same as either of them and stands separate enough to be a distinct fragrance. The smell is quite attractive and the performance absolutely delivers what you’d want from a 1 Million scent. I got every bit of 10-12 hours of strong performance. I don't think this projects more than about 2 arms lengths, but it definitely wears "heavy" and leaves a strong sillage trail. I wouldn't recommend this for warmer weather either, this was built for cool and cold temps. Finally, if you can find this for a good discounted price online, say between $55 - $70 depending on the bottle size, you should absolutely pick this one up! (I got a 100ml tester for a smoking price on Gift Express for $55).

I finally got around to trying 1 Million Elixir. I will say that I like it very much, as I always aproach Rabanne's fragrances with the spirit they intend to bring to the fragrance market: lightness and playfullness (both very much needed in this hobby). Anyway, from now on men can finally wear something in the vein of La Belle by JPG in pubblic, and not only to bed as a guilty pleasure (I know I'm not the only one!) and say it's a fragrance meant for men, as 1 Million Elixir is very, very femminine leaning. They're not ideantical, of course, but that fresh fruit (pear for La Belle, instead of apple) and vanilla combination puts these two fragrances in the same cathegory: fresh fruity vanilla gourmand. I was prepared for a high level of sweetness, but I didn't expect to find Elixir so fresh throughout its life on the paper strip (I haven't tested on skin yet). So fresh that I suspect I could rock this very sweet fragrance even in spring. I can still detect some (unlisted) cinnamon here, which the davana note hasn't completely replaced, in my opinion. This is good news for those who avoided the original eau the toilette for that heavy dose of cinnamon, although I don't think the same people would find such a sweet fragrance appealing. All in all, a very well made designer fragrance that even the most nieche obsessed can enjoy as a guilty pleasure from time to time.

I had worn the same scent for decades, a solid performer that didn't offend anyone and stayed inside its safe lane (Ralph Lauren Romance), and then out of the blue decided I wanted to audition some new fragrances. After many fragrance sampling mishaps I spied this bottle on the shelf at Sephora with its gleaming gold bar and I immediately sprayed it generously on my wrist. I was so captivated by this very new type of scent, which reminded me of fragrances I had when I lived in Abu Dhabi which were strong in projection, longevity and sillage. I continued to shop and then tried on another fragrance on the other wrist, Miu Miu, and by the time I got home they had mixed together and I couldn't tell which I preferred. So of course I bought them both! I marveled at the strength of 1 Million Elixir; it was bold and in your face and made me feel powerful when I went out and about in it. It wasn't until much later when I started to get serious about getting into fragrance that I discovered Fragrantica and looked it up, only to find out 1 Million Elixir is a scent for men. That was a shocker to me! I now mainly pair it with Miu Miu as a coupling because out of all my fragrances, this combo procures far and away the most compliments from strangers. It lingers and fills the room in such a badass way.

If you're looking for one of the best-smelling fragrances out there, 1 Million by Paco Rabanne is a must-try. The scent itself is incredible—fresh, luxurious, and versatile, easily standing out among even high-end niche fragrances. It's so fresh that it can work perfectly in summer, despite being marketed as a cooler-weather scent. However, projection is where this fragrance falls short. No matter how much I want to love it, the performance is surprisingly weak. I've worn it for a year and have only received two compliments, which is disappointing for a fragrance that should make an impression. It just doesn’t push out into the air like other fragrances in the same category. The atomizer also isn’t the best—it can be frustrating to use. That said, this is a scent you wear for yourself, not for others. If you appreciate a refined, fresh, and well-balanced fragrance, you'll enjoy it regardless of compliments. Just be prepared to spray at least 10 times if you're hoping to get noticed. It’s best suited for dates or special occasions, where people will be close enough to appreciate it. Despite its lack of projection, I still give it a solid 9/10 because the scent is just that good. And yes, I’d buy it again and again.

This is one of if not The most beautiful fragrance I have ever smelled from the entire 1 Million line. I wish I would’ve had the opportunity to smell Privé before it was discontinued because I can tell based on the notes I would’ve loved that gem. This one however is that one fragrance from their line that makes up for privé being gone. Damask rose, Apple, Osmanthus & Vanilla Absolute make this fragrance stand out especially the Damask rose. It was love at first smell and when I was wearing it back in June as a tester. In the evening there was a very nice breeze in the air as I was on the move running errands. It was a hot day for the most part but that breeze hit and the dry down did too. My goodness I fell in love with it right then and there. It was unbelievable how much work it was putting in for me. The performance is stellar, on the same level as Jean Paul Gaultier Elixir. Sillage is perfect. Ladies & Gentlemen can wear this, I do find that it is a tad bit feminine but that dry down makes up for it. Do not worry about that at all, fellas. Easily a 10/10 for me. This fragrance single handily made me a fan of 1 Million and I haven’t looked back since.

OKAY SO... This is my favourite million in the entire line and here is why.. It opens up with The fresh green apple combined with a teeny bit of rose. Its a reminder of YSL EDP every so slightly. Its strong and bold , but not overpowering, its not synthetic and very pleasant. I feel that the green apple is a good lead note in the opening. You can still smell the slight vanilla and woods as a mild undertone which makes the apple and rose stick out . The rose is a perfect middle note as it is an amazing undertone for the apple but also a nice overtone for the vanilla, it bounces from one to another really nicely and just gives it a unique selling point. As it dries down its a smooth tranistion into this fresh vanilla , its something you could wear in the summer and still love vanilla. I find this to be a fairly playful scent but alos if dressed occordingly, a smart casual smell too . It does lean more mascline but women could pull this off 100% DO NOT layer this scent , its so complex on its own you just have to smell the transformation . practicality - 8 performace / projection - 8 price - 7 (its worth the money )

Had this a sample while walking around the mall. At first I was just morbidly curious what monstrosity would come out of such a gaudy awful bottle, but was pleasantly surprised! It smelled sweet but not cloying or "too feminine" if you're worried about that, and had a nice almost woody bottom to it that kept it balanced. It wasn't particularly floral or rose-like to me, but the freshness from the apple was incredibly pleasant. For the length and sillage, I immediately went to the arcade and played DDR for three to four hours and each time I sniffed my inner wrist the cologne was still there and had blended really well into my admittedly really sweaty scent. It stayed relatively close to me, around an arms length, and towards the end of the night when I went to shower before bed, it was much closer, just barely above skin level and a soft muted vanilla. I'm buying a sampler soon, and will see how it turns out after a few days before I buy the whole bottle, but if I do I may have to buy a separate plain bottle to move it into, it really is the ugliest f-ing thing I've seen.

I own many fragrances. I try new ones, have almost the entire line of 1 million. I will state first and foremost, I have never seen women go so insane over me, an average looking dude, as when I wear this. If you go to concerts and are standing in the vicinity of women, do yourself a favor and get this. You can visibly notice entire groups of women move towards your position because of it. Also good news, the projection is nuclear and this lingers on your trail better than almost anything else I own. You will still notice it (only very mild nose blindness), but it doesn't give you a sense of feeling sick. You can go heavy with it, and I've never gotten a complaint even going 6-7+ sprays. I've layered it with many things, but I'd say it works extremely well with the new Le Male Elixir Absolu, stuff like Initio Side Effect, Ultramale, Invictus Victory Elixir. Several backup bottle worthy, and I hope this doesn't get discontinued. I went through my initial small bottle so far and I do not usually have to re-buy fragrances since I own so many others.

Paco Rabanne 1 Million Elixir is an airy, yet rich powerhouse. An intoxicating gourmand scent. I highly recommend it. The apple and davana is short lived, but noticeable and appreciated. The heart of damask rose eventually blooms before settling into a creamy, seductive base of vanilla absolute, tonka bean, and patchouli. The rose is airy and VERY light in the overall scent composition. I don't get too much woods or patchouli unfortunately. 1 Million Elixir is leaning gourmand while maintaining an overall maturity. I can see this working anytime but summer and high heat days. Wear it anywhere but formal occasions as it might be too loud for those settings. 10+ hours of longevity and projection that turns heads without overwhelming. It's masculine leaning unisex, but not wildly sugar candy yum yum as some women's perfumes can be. It's more warm, creamy tonka/vanilla that still remains airy and relatively light somehow. It's quickly becoming one of my favorites. Layers perfectly with a lot of other fragrances as well!

For lovers of the legendary, classic 1 Million EDT—a staple gift since our school days—be aware: this fragrance shares absolutely no resemblance to its predecessor. 1 Million Elixir exists in an entirely different olfactory universe. While the advertising campaigns position it as a quintessential nightlife and party scent, the actual juice tells a profoundly different story once you look past the commercial imagery. It delivers a deep, mystical, and authentically Oriental experience. The vanilla here is devoid of any cheap, synthetic sweetness; instead, it presents itself as an exceptionally rich, woody vanilla. The rose and apple accords remain distinctly in the background and are barely perceptible. At its core, this composition is a dominant, sophisticated blend of exquisite vanilla intertwined with rich woody notes. This is a genuine masterpiece from the opening to the far dry-down. Bravo to the perfumer for brilliantly crafting such a spectacular work of art.

I see why people are comparing this to Invictus Victory Elixir, which I have. But to my nose, 1 Million Elixir is lighter, more floral and much more versatile/wearable than IVE. The Apple, Rose and Osmanthus succeeds in lifting the fragrance, making it airier and less dense than IVE. It's definitely unisex. Two female friends asked me what I was wearing, and both said it was something they would wear. In an age where sweet fragrances for men are everywhere, I certainly have no problem wearing something sweet and floral. I really like this, but can understand why some guys wouldn't. *Update* The batch code on my bottle is only a month old. Initially the scent is strong and punchy, but it's pretty much gone within a few hours. Has the Elixir been reformulated? Everyone usually says it has great longevity, but not my new bottle from a reputable retailer.

As a man deeply in love with vanilla, I’d say this perfume scratches that itch pretty well. The opening is somewhat an explosion of fruity/flowery confetti that’s shot at your face, however I still wouldn’t say that it is in any way obnoxious at all. After the dry down, you’re left with a beautiful vanilla haze emanating from you, which is why I really like this perfume. The performance is solid, no doubt. The opening part may confuse some people, however it fades really quickly into that sweet sweet vanilla. I’d say you could wear this all year around, except maybe that incredibly hot summer days. Even then, there is an argument you could make. Definately leans on the more unisex part of the spectrum, however still a masculine perfume. Would give it a solid 7/10.

Paco Rabanne 1 Million Elixir – A Rose-Vanilla Dream This fragrance is so good. The rose and vanilla combo, in my opinion, is not to be missed at all. Try it on during a breezy night—you’ll really feel its presence. It doesn’t project like crazy, but just enough for people around you to notice and enjoy it. There’s something about this scent that makes me think of Miami. Even though the weather there might not be ideal for it, I can't help but picture those pink sunsets over the skyline every time I smell it. It gives me that exact vibe. You can easily wear this around friends or even to university. It’s playful, smooth, and definitely a compliment-getter. I recommend about six sprays—it performs really well. 9/10 for me. A truly pleasant and memorable fragrance.

Seriously, Fragrantica should ban people that vote negative before they’ve smelled a perfume. Like what kind of stupid childish behavior is this. Just because it is PR one million people vote immediately negative. In 2008 one million was a true new hero in the frag game. But most people know it from scumbag boys that overspray it. Most people here probably were a baby when the OG came out. So please go to another stupid forum. We don’t want opinion. Only if you’re a true fragrance fan and have smelled a fragrance, then vote. This fragrance is a nice but synthetic fragrance. But i like it, just like the parfum version. It is nothing new, but at the same time it has something addictive in it. Smell before buying

Following statement in response to someone saying this is not for a man. I’m a man, I work hard, I’m 6ft tall and athletic. I don’t need scents to attract people but I wear them for myself. I’m married and I’m 51. Recently I’ve tried a lot of scents to avoid making the mistake off blind buying at the airport. I love this scent, I have many but I can see me using this a lot as it seems to suit the warmer weather. I saw the notes but I am getting a slight Tobacco and pineapple vibe from this and I love it. I will try other million parfums now. My wife thinks it’s crazy good on me and she is very black and white on scents. If your a man don’t be afraid of this scent, it’s stunning.

Paco been killing it with these flankers over the last few years. This is a crazy nice frag. Initial spray smells overpoweringly synthetic, like all the 1 Millys. But give it a few minutes and that fades away QUICKLY and this ends up being smooth AF. This is one of the strongest, smoothest projecting frags I own. It's soft and also feels soft coming off your own skin, but people can smell it from across the room and not in a bad way either. Incredibly inviting, silky smooth and delicious in the air. Paco knocked it out the park again with this one. And for reference, i have a 2024 batch, (Rabanne only on the bottle) and its divine. 9/10. K Bye.

**Underrated Gem** - In my collection this is equivalent to the crabby patty secret formula. It’s my cold weather signature scent. To me it’s the best of the sweet vanilla forward scent that have been dropping over the years. A great layering frags as well. I’m in FL and find ways to use this year round. Not the biggest fan of Rabanne or the 1Million line. This is easily one of my fav and my spouse’s favorite frag in my collection. - Vanilla forward - Green apple note is very smooth - Perfect amount of florals (Osmanthus x Rose) - The Davana grassy/Patchouli note gives it the right amount of earthy musk. - Perfect for me!!