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Essence de la Vie by Swiss Arabian — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Essence de la Vie by Swiss Arabian

Essence de la Vie

7.2few votesTypically ~$30

Mostly green apple and italian lemon, warmed by cedarwood. Suits daily wear in fall.

SweetFruitySyntheticCitrusSpicy

Scent profile

Top notes

Green apple Italian lemon Mint

Heart notes

Ambroxan Geranium Tonka bean

Base notes

Cedarwood Vanilla

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A fall and spring fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear.

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85%

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100%

Night

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Sport

62%