So Elixir

I only write reviews on Women's fragrances that my wife has that I simply adore (and the world must know about). This is one, and I write this review for the Eau de Parfum of So Elixir. A few years ago, when I first bought this for my wife from Yves Rocher, it was instant love (and a new release from the house). From looking at the scent pyramid, it could possibly be a man's scent - but 'how' the notes and composition come together is just incredible on my wife's olive skin. I wanted to think this magical "Elixir" - a truly apropos name, was a secret...one that I can share with my wife and no one else. It is one of her most heavily-complimented scents (hands-down!) among her entire collection. It is also one of the most incredibly sensual...heavenly! I like some of the reviews contributed here and wasn't going to write one, but the time has come. Hathor contributes a great review (my wife has a mix of Mediterranean heritage, ironically, and this is very exotic) - as does Aysu and rosembloom. However, to me, it is not like Flowerbomb though. One can compare similar notes, but the balmy warmth and amazing, rich patchouli in here (a note that I adore) is presented rather differently, mainly due to the incense extract and tonka bean (which is so deeply radiant and adds the vanillic sweetness) that is blended beautifully. The Damask rose is gorgeous in the heart and is incorporated perfectly (this is NOT overly floral or balmy - but a very sensual balance of both ). This is a liquid aphrodisiac in a bottle for me! Flowerbomb is, overall, sweeter - and has notes that take it to different places...the radiant Earl Grey tea and orchid interplay differently. The use of jasmine is different too - but a key note in both. I am not putting Flowerbomb down, but enough comparison. So Elixir is always (hopefully!) going to be in my wife's collection. When I notice her bottle is running low - she gets a surprise from Yves Rocher or I seek out a bottle online immediately. So Elixir is composed by three famous noses: Olivier Cresp, Marie Salamagne and Jacques Cavallier...I greatly admire their work as individuals, so I can say that they did something truly great here, working together. There is a skin chemistry question here that I want to address. I believe my wife's naturally oily, olive skin wears this scent perfectly well - it is a harmonious connection for her. I am not sure it would smell nearly the same on everyone else. That said, I feel that her and I still get something unique and special from this incredible juice...easily one of the most sexually-stimulating scents that could adorn my wife's body. Gorgeous. A subjective review as this seems to melt into my wife's beautiful skin and create an aura of sensuality...Merci, Yves Rocher. A love-making potion that smells incredible!

I’ve loved this perfume since I was a child. It’s the only women’s fragrance I’d truly want to wear. It never bothers me when I smell it—if anything, it always makes me want to experience it even more on myself. It doesn’t last very long on my skin, but on clothes it stays all day. Honestly, I would swim in this scent. I also have the shower gel from the same fragrance line, and it makes even washing feel enjoyable. For me, this scent gives off a kind of early 2000s or 2010s old “bathhouse” vibe—like some kind of gypsy-style villa or space filled with gold, decorative plants, and palm trees. The fragrance is light; it doesn’t suffocate. It simply exists with me. It’s not loud or overly cozy—it just stays by my side with its softness. I genuinely feel sad that it’s no longer available. I’ve tried to find similar scents and even tested Coco Mademoiselle Intense, which people often mention, but on my skin the mimosa and fruity notes turn unpleasantly bitter, almost like fermented grass. I already struggle to find fragrances that develop nicely on my skin. I think in the future, I’ll do everything I can to recreate an identical dupe of this scent myself.

I have a soft corner for Yves Rocher products as I have been using it since I was a little girl and I really like most of the products. Good quality and affordable. So I always try out their new fragrances. When So elixir came out, I immediately read all the reviews here and became very curious because of comparisons to Flowerbomb and Diesel Fuel for Life and even Coco Mademoiselle. When I smelled it on paper in a catalogue, i liked it and ordered it immediately. On my skin I even liked it more, and it indeed reminded me a bit of Coco Mademoiselle, its not exactly the same, just reminded me of it. I find it a very luxurious, expensive smelling scent. The bergamot gives its freshness to this scent, the incense and patchouli make it mysterious and the Jasmine and Rose give it a romantic touch. None of the notes are too strong, they are very well balanced. This is a beautiful fragrance, not sweet smelling on me but sophisticated and very feminine! Its lasting power is strong and it has a good sillage. An outstanding fragrance from Yves Rocher! A true sixer!!!!

I'm kind of obsessed with this scent at the moment...I actually first came across it in 2011, so it's not something new for me, but I only got my first bottle recently. It's a floral-patchoulli blend that's smooth, warm, sophisticated and versatile...sweet, but also quite sultry and sensual thanks to the lowkey incensey vibe. I think the incense + tonka is what makes this one special, otherwise it would just be another boring mainstream scent of the 2010s. So Elixir smells womanly, imagine a femme fatale on a regular day. I feel beautiful wearing it. Fantastic quality, and this scent lasts almost all day on me with decent sillage to boot (perfectly moderate on my skin). I could wear this all year round (perhaps not for hotter days), day or night. It does resemble Coco Mademoiselle, kind of, but I dislike CM, I find it too piercing and headache inducing. So Elixir is warmer, more relaxed and sensual in comparison. The only complaint I have about this perfume is that I wish it came in a 100ml bottle.

This is a very sensual, sophisticated scent. Warm, balmy beauty...a touch smoky (barely) with floral sweetness and a smooth patchouli base. Good for everyday. Quelques Notes D’Amour shares the same base, but that one is heavy on the rose and quite spicy/peppery. I personally love So Elixir more, So Elixir is woodier and more rounded, calmer, more sensuous and mature, I can see how people would compare this scent to Coco Mademoiselle, but I can’t wear that one. So Elixir is cozier and much smoother, more balanced, Coco M is sharper, it develops sour/acidic on me and can get abit screechy and headache inducing (might be all the citruses and orange blossom interacting with patchouli). So Elixir is perfect for fall, but I would wear it all year round, day to night, it’s not too sweet, not cloying, just balanced, cozy, sensuous and elegant. Moderate sillage and good longevity. Great quality. The little 1oz bottles are adorable and the perfect size for traveling or slipping into your handbag.

It's compared to Coco Madmoiselle, but I prefer So Elixir a WHOLE lot more, I think this scent has more personality and is less uptight, warmer and more sensual than CM, and surprisingly for its price it also smells more opulent (maybe it's because CM is worn by everyone else). Also this is smoother and less heavy on the white-floral notes, more balmy, no sharp citrus like in CM, and no musk...just replace those notes with rose and incense and you get So Elixir. I love So Elixir, but CM is a plain old 'meh' bordering on dislike to me (not to mention it can be sharp and headache inducing). Very good sillage, not too strong nor too light. Longevity is the one and only factor that makes it inferior to CM, around 7 hours on my skin, not too bad I suppose. I would purchase and wear with joy, it is 'Top 5' material for me, but it is also my sister's signature...in the event that she gets sick of it (doubt she would, it is so beautiful), I would surely get a bottle :p

This spicy, luscious scent surprises me so. The incense gives it that cozy feel while the spices and florals render it opulent and sensual. The longevity is awesome and the projection is quite noticeable though discrete. I chose this instead of Flowerbomb because I love it's clean and fresh drydown. It is not as sweet (though I do layer it with sweeter fumes) and is also an alternative to Coco Mademoiselle. I have both F.B. ( mini) and coco mademoiselle and to me , this one is mix of both. I simply adore it during colder months and it suits my personality. Nice as an evening scent for its depth yet light enough to wear during daytime. Props to Yves Rocher for creating such a lovely scent. Interesting that Oliver Cresp is behind it. I do find a similarity to Angel also: perhaps the Patch and the comforting foody tonka bean? Comforting is the word. This gets many compliments from men! Cozy, sensual, classy and timeless . I love it quite simply!

It smells almost like the far drydown of Coco Mademoiselle Intense (which I had recently discovered), except So Elixir is a lot less perfume-y, less ‘sour’, more natural smelling, and much more warm-weather friendly. As someone who lives in a hot climate, I definitely prefer this baby. It smells like it has vanilla in it, but it doesn’t, so maybe the sweetness is from tonka. I love it. Unlike CMI, I can overspray this sensual scent and still get compliments because it never gets overwhelming. If you enjoy the CM line from Chanel, you can get So Elixir for cheap to alternate it with CMI/CM as a daily go-to. The lasting power is very impressive, I could still smell it 8 hours later. The sillage is arm’s length with 6-7 sprays, which is perfect for most days. Very versatile, any occasion, all year round scent.

I bought a 15 ml of this one for winter after reading the positive reveiws...the first impression when I smelled it was...nice reminds me of some herbal teas I used to drink in middle east, a warm nice smell...despite others I dont think it is girlish or sweet or candy like...it has a dark more serious side despite the sweet feeling. In general the smell did not disappoint me and I liked it somehow. but there is one big draw back that hit me in the first moment...it is very popular at least where I live maybe for some people popularity is a good thing but I almost never wear a popular perfume, I even dont get near to them... I smell this perfume every day on other women.I will use it since the bottle is small but I dont think I will buy it again.

This perfume is just so pretty and feminine! It's only a little bit sharp and spicy, just enough to make it really intriguing! I have to admit, I keep sniffing myself when wearing this. The main note is a rounded patchouly, supported by white flowers. The incense is quite clear too, but not church-like; it deepens the fragrance, and gives it a cloudy, comfortable feel. Sillage and longevity are great, it stays on your skin all day, and I could even smell it on a sweater after one week. I don't really see the similarities with CM, which is sharp and citrusy, there's nothing controversial in CM, while there is in SE. The patchouli in SE is similar to that in Flowerbomb, although So Elixir is not that sweet and flowery.

This is my go to fragrance for cooler weather. It can be worn even in late spring, if it's not very hot outside. It is so beautifully crafted! This is the only YR perfume for women that I truly like. It does not smell synthetic, like Moment de bonheur and Comme une evidence. It is timeless and office friendly. For me, getting compliments from other people about the perfume I wear is not important. (However, it is important if it bothers others. I believe you should be corteous to the people that live / work /walk aroud you.) This is why, despite the fact that SE is not that complimented when I wear it, I will wear it, because it makes me feel calm, composed, mature. Long lasting as well.

This is a sophisticated, warm, feminine, cozy, incredibly well done fragrance! I am a fan of patchouli and this is for sure very representative for this note, imo. This patchouli is dusty, earthy, deep. Incense is also there among faded smoky wood notes and slightly crispy citrus notes in the opening. I've always related this fragrance to autumn, dry leaves, wet soil and chilly weather. Each year I crave for it. A perfect companion on a late afternoon walk in the park, while contemplating the golden shades of autumn. Very intense, incredible projection, never an over-sprayer, not necessarily a crowd pleaser, not so safe, but a must try for a patchouli fan...

It's a very interesting, sophisticated and beautiful fragrance. Notes are very well blended together and the result is harmonious. So Elixir, aswell as Flowerbomb, is one of the few perfumes that has managed to get the best out of patchouli and make it perfectly balanced with other notes. For someone like me who can't stand patchouli it was a pleasant surprise to come across this perfume that actually made me appreciate this specific note. It settles down on my skin in a beautiful way and draws compliments as the fragrance stands out from the mainstream fragrances you encounter all the time. Wearing it makes me feel very delicately feminine.

If I would have to down scale my massive perfume collection to only one perfume, THIS would be the one I would choose to keep. To me, this smells sophisticated, sensual, elegant, but yet... erotic. Very long lasting also... I can still get whiffs of it the next day, even after showering. It opens up with this beautiful, soft, white flower note, I'm assuming the jasmine (but I swear I smell a bit of tuberose in this), along with an earthy and musky incense note. On me, the drydown smells exactly like the first initial spray, only softer and a tad bit more woody. When I wear this, I feel sexy, playful, flirty, and frisky!

So I think this is discontinued...? I say this because I checked the Yves Rocher site (the French one and the one in my country) and it's nowhere to be found. I even looked on the French ebay and couldn't really find it. The last time I bought this (about 1,5 - 2 years ago) I did notice it smelling a bit different, not that much depth, probably less patchouli or less incense? Can't really put my finger on it but it did smell slightly different from 5-6 years ago. Oh well, a shame...it was/is my mother's favourite. Guess it's time to switch to Coco Mademoiselle...

Instant love. I knew I'd love it given its similarity to Coco M. I thought too that it bore a resemblance to Perry Ellis Love, which I also adore, but interestingly enough, my husband complimented me on So Elixir, but he doesn't care for PE Love (or really any other perfume -- this one and Miami Glow are the only ones he seems to like!). Go figure. On my skin this is gorgeous, sleek, elegant patchouli. I could swear I smell some caramel in it too, but I guess that must be the tonka bean.

I totaly adore this perfume, right now ist my signature. Ist either flowery or fruity or sweet or aquatic or fresh or oriental. its just perfect balanced, mature and unique. quit neutral for all ages and all occasions. timeless. I also own the violet one and brown and EDT versions and they are nice too, but kind of less mature and a bit too sweet, too "in your face" and trying a little bit too hard. this one is the most perfect of all, I never get tired of it

update: it smells really good while the bottle is very simple so people who love to have a luxuary like perfume bottle may get disappointed. one positive aspect of the perfume is that unlike most perfumes the smell power doesnot differ dramatically from the start up to the end, so dont overuse it, otherwise people can smell before even get near to you.I smelled it loudly on some women passing me before I bought it! It is also long lasting.

Gentle, fresh and modern version of chypre. It reminds me Chanel Coco Mademoiselle or Shiseido Zen who have gone to the school and now they know how to behave. :) Bet deep inside I feel the same naughty, sparkling, citrusy- patchouli vibe I like so much. I feel also a hint of rose (and some sweetness of the honey)+ some herbal notes+ some fruity touch. Good for those days you just want to feel careless and free.

I love this one a lot. For me this is liquid honey with a hint of bergamot and a little bit of patchouli in the background that gives a little sharpness to the scent. I can't detect jasmin, rose or incense in it but I don't mind it at all. I like the bottle, its simplicity is an advantage for me. The staying power is very good - about 7h. Very well done scent, similar to Flowerbomb and Coco M but not identical.