Guerlain L'Instant Magic Elixir
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Side by side
Guerlain L'Instant Magic Elixir vs. Madeleine
Guerlain L'Instant Magic Elixir peaks in winter, while Madeleine belongs to fall. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
The essentials
At a glance
| Guerlain L'Instant Magic Elixir | Madeleine | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Elixir | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2017 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Christophe Raynaud | Amelie Bourgeois, Anne‑Sophie Behaghel |
| Best season | Winter | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Guerlain L'Instant Magic Elixir
Almond
Powdery
Vanilla
Sweet
Floral
Nutty
Musky
Fruity
Madeleine
Almond
Powdery
Nutty
Fruity
Citrus
Floral
Sweet
Vanilla
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top—
Bitter AlmondBergamot
Heart
Orchid
HeliotropeMyrrh
Base
MuskVanillaAlmond
White MuskBenzoin
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Guerlain L'Instant Magic Elixir | Madeleine | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This isn't a fragrance that argues for your attention. It sits quiet on the skin, almond and vanilla wrapped in orchid's subtle hush, until someone standing close enough catches it and asks what.Guerlain L'Instant Magic Elixir
The bitter almond doesn't apologize for being the main event. Some will want more bergamot, more citrus brightness. But those who stay get something rare: a powdery warmth that lasts.Madeleine