Reminiscence Le Patchouli and the perfumes of Les Iconiques
Les Iconiques brings together Reminiscence's most recognisable fragrances. The house itself defines this universe through a series of contrasts: wood and water, opulence and freshness, shadow and light. On one side is the woody, amber-tinged patchouli; on the other, the iodized freshness of Le Rem. They are very different perfumes from each other, but both share a warm base of vanilla, tonka bean and white musks that runs through the whole collection as a common thread.
Le Patchouli: intense eau de toilette and Elixir
- Le Patchouli (Eau de Toilette Intense): from the amber-woody family. It opens with patchouli and cedar essential oil, continues with sandalwood and vetiver, and settles on vanilla, tonka bean, white musk, labdanum and Tolu balsam. Unisex, born from the bohemian spirit of the 70s.
- Le Patchouli Elixir (Eau de Parfum): keeps the same accords as the original in a higher concentration. The brand describes it as a more intense and enveloping version, with a lasting trail where the patchouli feels even deeper.
- Le Patchouli Elixir Limited Edition: the same Elixir in a collector's bottle and case with amber highlights, decorated with suns and gold arabesques. It's a limited edition designed to give as a gift or to collect.
Le Rem: Reminiscence's marine perfume
- Le Rem (Eau de Toilette Intense): a marine floral and unisex scent, inspired by the island of Saint-Barthélemy. The opening combines a marine calone note with lilac and jasmine; the heart unites patchouli and fenugreek, and the base of vanilla, tonka bean and white musks recalls warm sand and sun-kissed skin.
- Le Rem Limited Edition 1996: celebrates 30 years of Le Rem, launched in 1996, with a limited edition turquoise bottle. The fragrance keeps its marine and sun-kissed character.
Estuches Le Patchouli and Le Rem
For gifting, IM Beauty offers the Le Patchouli Set and the Le Rem Set, each with the eau de toilette intense of 50 ml and the matching perfumed body milk. Applying the milk to hands and body before spraying helps to prolong the perfume's trail.
How to choose within Les Iconiques
If you're looking for a warm, woody perfume with presence, you should start with Le Patchouli; if you want it more concentrated and long-lasting, the Elixir is the natural next step. For everyday wear and warmer months, Le Rem brings a marine freshness with a soft base. The limited editions are the same fragrances in collector's bottles. The brand also suggests combining them in layering: Le Patchouli Elixir with Le Rem creates a contrast between depth and freshness. It's recommended to spray on the wrists, neck and the inside of the elbows.
