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Encens Précieux by Van Cleef & Arpels — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Encens Précieux by Van Cleef & Arpels

Van Cleef & Arpels· 2024

Encens Précieux

7.614Typically ~$70

Frankincense at first spray; amber is what stays on skin. A winter pick, strongest after dark.

LeatherySmokyAnimalWoodySpicy

Scent profile

Top notes

Frankincense Pepper

Heart notes

Base notes

Amber Frankincense Tobacco Vanilla

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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When

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100%

Spring

43%

Summer

22%

Fall

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54%

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Where

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Date

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