Pur Desir de Rose

I am not really a big fan of roses, but this is something I really like...maybe even love!! Despite prefering lilacs and hyacinths to roses, I do appreciate them for their deep beauty and abundant aromas. I actually was introduced to this by getting four mini shower gels (Lily, Rose, Lilac and Lavender), free from YR. I was hooked! I have the EDT, the lotion and body wash...and I'm so glad, as YR gem has (as they do so many times) discontinued this lovely scent. The YR catalog calls this a "spicy transparent floral". I guess the transparent part=aquatic notes, the spicy part=spices and floral core=roses...whatever is in it, it works for me. It is clearer and less oriental than Rose Absolu, and just gets better with each wear. In the late autumn and wintertime, when I miss the roses in my garden; I wear this, and it makes me very happy. Some may find it too "femme", but I find it sexy and utterly fascinating...and one of (if not the best) rose soliflore I have ever smelled! Sillage: good Longevity: great Overall: 4/5 Dewdrops on the last rosebud of summer with the crisp smell of spicy autumn leaves is what this beauty brings to my mind. A gift of love from the Earth, distilled, blended and bottled by man...

This is a REALLY lovely rose scent - the roses are complemented with a mildly spicy scent. Combined with accessorizing shower gel, lotion and even deodorant, you could layer the scent and have it last for hours. Sadly, Yves Rocher has discontinued the line in favor of the Secrets d'Essences Rose Essential line (which has only lotion and shower gel, no deodorant, for accompaniment, but which - to be fair - does last longer). I'd like to find out who Yves Rocher has over there deciding which scents to keep and which to discontinue, because they aren't so good at picking them - discontinuing so many wonderful scents! *sigh*

First come hardcandies with vodka, but after some time turns into edible rose petals in sweet syrup. It is not fluffy or powdery one, it is sparkling and crispy. Like mature tea roses in a dew. I love it ! :)

So sad that it is not available anymore!This is my very first signature scent seven years ago when I was 12.It is not expensive,but it smells absolutely great.I love love it!

I smell cloves in this, heavily. This is a jammy, dense, bitter, herbal rose. It almost makes one’s mouth water. Shame that it was discontinued.