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Eau Sucrée Salée (Vanille + Fleur de Sel)
by Sephora
Eau Sucrée Salée strikes a delicate balance between sweet vanilla and saline freshness, creating a uniquely beachy, gourmand-dressed profile. The fragrance opens with a sharp, aromatic bergamot combined with sea salt, giving an immediate impression of briny wind and coastal air. This quickly softens into a warm, syrupy vanilla base that carries a subtle metallic shine—drier than typical gourmands, with a soft, skin-like quality. Most users note that the vanilla isn’t punchy or dessert-like at first, but becomes more present over time, evolving into a soft, clean sweetness akin to sun-drenched skin or a quiet seaside retreat. The salt is never overpowering—it lingers in the background, providing balance, elegance, and a slight aquatic edge without drifting into marine or plastic synthetics.
Pros
- +The saltiness gives depth and sophistication, making it more complex than a standard vanilla
- +The scent evolves noticeably, with a soft, personal trail that feels intimate and wearable
- +It offers a unique, less sweet alternative to mainstream gourmands like Vanilla Vibes or Olympea
Cons
- −The scent may feel underwhelming or ambiguous at first, as the vanilla is not immediately prominent
- −Longevity is modest—fewer than four hours for most wearers, limiting its wearability to daytime
- −Some find the salty edge too sharp, or the scent oddly reminiscent of chemical air fresheners