Guerlain Bois d'Armenie

Guerlain Bois d'Armenie is part of the L'Art et La Matiere line an oriental woody created by Annick Menardo and launched in 2006.  The inspiration was the smoke emanating from Papier d'Armenie - incense paper used since the 16th century to take in the medicinal properties of benzoin.

Notes of pink pepper, iris, rose, coriander, benzoin, Indonesian patchouli, incense, precious woods, musk and balsams

Reviews of Guerlain Bois d'Armenie

From Bois de Jasmin - "Instead, it is a panoramic take on the incense theme, which is executed in an elegant manner, combining transparency and softness. Given its graceful and harmonious composition, I would not hesitate to call Bois d’Arménie the best of the L’Art et la Matiere collection thus far."

From The Non-Blonde - "Incense is not a recurring Guerlain theme. That makes Bois d'Armenie even more unique and interesting. It swirls in the air, offering more sweetness and powder than most incense fragrances, while playing with warm and cold notes. A chilly breeze brought by iris, a burning bush, the sweetness of benzoin, the sharp and crunchy twigs and branches bearing balsam. It's all rounded nicely by a mellow and dusty patchouli note that even patchouli haters might find agreeable. Bois d'Armenie is here to seduce, to draw you into its inner circle and dance for you."

From I Make Scents - "I especially like how its incense crackles, sending out its rich noble notes over a balmy and dulcet base. In a way, it is like the extinguished Armenian papers oozing its fragrant incense smoke. The difference is that the polished glow of Bois d’Arménie never fades. It lasts well, and throughout the day, I feel as though I were wrapped in a warm cocoon. Its soft glowing presence begs one to lean in and inquire as to the nature of this addictive, cosy scent."