IO Ce que je suis
Fragrance notes
Character
Cardamom and bitter orange open with a bright, resinous lift that feels like stepping into a sunlit clearing where dry wood meets fresh air. Petitgrain adds a green, slightly bitter edge that keeps the citrus from leaning too sweet. Paramela weaves through the top notes with an herbal touch that signals this is not a simple citrus splash. The opening feels intentional and grounded, inviting you to slow down rather than wake up.
The heart deepens the mood with rose and rose geranium, softened by ylang-ylang and magnolia. These flowers do not float above the composition. They settle into the spices and create a warm, slightly powdery middle that feels intimate. The transition is smooth, moving from bright and green to something more rounded and comforting without losing its aromatic clarity.
Sandalwood and palo santo anchor the base alongside labdanum, myrrh, and bushman candle. This is where the fragrance makes its case as a companion for cool air and layered clothing. The resins feel like a wool coat warmed by a wood stove, and the balsamic sweetness sits close to the skin in a way that matches quiet streets after rain. It suits someone who wants a floral woody scent that never turns loud or sugary.
Douces Angevines built IO Ce que je suis for the person who enjoys smelling resinous woods and soft roses while walking under gray skies with a scarf pulled tight. The citrus sparkles at first, then the florals and balsamic base take over, creating a path that feels steady and personal, shaped by the way the cardamom lingers next to the labdanum as the air turns crisp and the light changes through the trees.
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