Elixir Noir
StendhalElixir2009
Side by side
Elixir Noir vs. Nirvana Black
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| Elixir Noir | Nirvana Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Elixir | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2009 | 2013 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Emilie Bevierre-Coppermann | Pierre Negrin |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Elixir Noir
Floral
Woody
Musky
Fruity
Soft Spicy
Patchouli
Sweet
Powdery
Nirvana Black
Woody
Powdery
Vanilla
Violet
Warm Spicy
Balsamic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Magnolia LeafLemonCranberryOrangePink Pepper
—Heart
Sharry Baby OrchidFreesiaGardenia
—Base
White MuskAmyrisBenzoinElemi ResinAmberGlobalidePatchouli
SandalwoodVanillaViolet
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Elixir Noir | Nirvana Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
The orchid heart reads sweet, almost edible, and Elixir Noir leans into that without apology. Patchouli and white musk keep it grounded. Warm enough for cashmere season, deep enough for after dark.Elixir Noir
Three notes. Violet, sandalwood, vanilla. Not the most complex pyramid. But that's the point. When everything works in sync, you don't need artillery.Nirvana Black