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Esprit de Noel by Houbigant c1968
Esprit de Noel by Houbigant: launched in 1968. “Esprit de Noel” means “spirit of Christmas.” It was available as eau de cologne and as a room essence. You would add a few drops to a light bulb to fragrance your room with a holiday air.
So what does it smell like? Sweet, incensy with a hint of muted florals.
- Top notes: bergamot, orange, cloves, spices
- Heart notes: frankincense, myrrh, pine
- Base notes: resins, balsams, tonka, cedar, amber, musk
Discontinued, date unknown.
photo by ruby lane seller River Queen
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