THE HOUSE OF
MauboussinThe nose behind this fragrance is Christine Nagel
Histoire d'Eau
Description
The story behind this fragrance
Mandarin and ylang-ylang open with a honeyed, almost creamy brightness, immediately warm and skin-close. The heart shifts into spiced territory—nutmeg and cardamom unfold with a gentle heat, pepper adding a subtle bite that keeps the sweetness grounded. As the composition settles, amber and musk create a soft, second-skin comfort, while leather and myrtle emerge to add dry, slightly resinous texture. Histoire d'Eau becomes increasingly intimate in the drydown, the spices fading to amber-musk wrapped in leather's subtle astringency.
The Composition
A symphony of notes that unfold over time
TOP NOTES
First impression · 15–30 minutes
HEART NOTES
The soul · 2–4 hours
BASE NOTES
The lasting impression · 4+ hours
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