Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Woody
100%
Honey
60%
Amber
53%
Warm Spicy
53%
Powdery
52%
Fresh Spicy
52%
White Floral
52%
Floral
51%
Sweet
50%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Honey, and Amber) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Woody, Honey, Amber, and Warm Spicy among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Woody, Honey, Amber, and Warm Spicy among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
SensuousbyEstée Lauderis a Amber Woody fragrance for women.Sensuouswas launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Annie Buzantian. Top notes are Lily, Jasmine and Magnolia; middle notes are Woodsy Notes, Amber and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Sandalwood, White Honey, Pepper and Mandarin Orange.The new fragrance by Estee Lauder – Sensuous, arrives in July 2008. This fragrance is moving the boundaries from already well known Estee Lauder floral notes towards opulent oriental woodsy-amber concept, which will praise the beauty and sensuality of women of all age.Sensuous is created in cooperation with the nose Annie Buzantian of Firmenich, which composed it of sensual lily notes, magnolia and jasmine petals in the top. The heart brings aromas of molten wood and amber, while the base introduces sandalwood, black pepper, juicy mandarin pulp and honey.The fragrance will be available as 30ml (1 fl.oz.), 50ml (1.7 fl.oz.) and 100 ml (3.4 fl.oz) EDP, and 15 ml (0.5 fl.oz.) pure perfume, with matching fragrant body care collection.The bottle draws attention with its simple, yet very elegant lines. It is made of heavy glass with waves, with rose-gold top and name imprinted in purple letters.This design was selected for several reasons, including the intention of the designers to make it in line with pervious Estee Lauder editions.The photographs were shot by Craig McDean. The ad faces for Sensuous will be Gwyneth Paltrow, Elizabeth Hurley, Carolyn Murphy and Hilary Rhoda.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Sensuous office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.