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Guerlain Homme
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Homme

Citrus
Fresh
Green
Aromatic
Woody
Vetiver
Earthy
EDP · 2008 · men

Guerlain's Homme arrived in 2008 as a modern take on the house's legacy of sophisticated masculine fragrances. The French maison has long been known for crafting refined scents that balance complexity with wearability, and this EDP continues that tradition without relying on heavy florals or animalic notes.

The composition opens with a bright citrus surge of bergamot, lemon, and lime, sharpened by mint and peppermint for an invigorating green bite. The heart settles into woody-aromatic territory with cedar and galbanum providing structure, while subtle spice and vetiver add dimensionality. The base anchors the fragrance with a dry cedar and vetiver combination that feels clean rather than earthy, keeping the overall character fresh and linear throughout.

Homme works well for anyone seeking a crisp, office-appropriate aromatic that doesn't demand attention but rewards close wearing. It's at its best in warmer months or as a daily workhorse fragrance that won't overwhelm in professional settings. Those who appreciate architectural green fragrances and grounded woody compositions will find it particularly appealing. Discover similar scents with The Tactician, The Aristocrat, and The Homesteader.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
100%
Fresh
90%
Green
80%
Aromatic
70%
Woody
100%
Vetiver
50%
Earthy
63%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
bergamot
bergamot
A sun-ripened Italian citrus with a brightness that goes beyond lemon, simultaneously tart, floral, and slightly spicy. It's the defining note of Earl Grey tea and the backbone of countless fresh colognes. Perfumers love it as an opener because it lifts the entire composition without overpowering what follows.
lemon
lemon
Sharp, clean, and instantly familiar, the pure zest of fresh-cut lemon peel, not the sugary juice. In perfumery it reads as crisp and energising rather than sweet, and is often used to amplify other light notes. It fades quickly, so it's almost always a top note that makes a striking first impression.
lime
lime
Crisper and greener than lemon, with a faint bitterness that keeps it from smelling like a cocktail mixer. Lime zest has a raw, almost herbaceous quality that pairs naturally with aquatic and green accords. It signals freshness and informality, the note of beach bars and gym-fresh colognes.
mint
mint
Cool, sharp, and immediately recognizable, mint adds a clean, almost medicinal freshness that cuts through heavier notes. Spearmint is sweeter; peppermint is sharper. Either way, mint gives fragrances a lively, brisk quality that reads as alert and outdoorsy. Best used as an accent rather than a lead to avoid smelling like toothpaste.
peppermint
peppermint
The sharpest and most cooling of the mint family, peppermint has an intense, almost icy freshness that is simultaneously invigorating and clean. In perfumery it reads more as a sensation than a scent, creating an impression of cold air and mental clarity. Used sparingly in fresh and aquatic compositions for a bracing, alert quality.
verbena
verbena
Green, lemony, and slightly herbal, verbena (lemon verbena) is one of perfumery's most refreshing notes. It has a sharp, clean quality that cuts through heat and heaviness, making it a summer staple. Verbena fragrances feel simultaneously simple and sophisticated.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
cedar
cedar
galbanum
galbanum
One of perfumery's oldest raw materials, a bitter, intensely green resin with a cut-grass, slightly medicinal quality. It's the note that gives vintage green chypres their sharp, naturalistic edge. Galbanum alone is almost unpleasantly aggressive, but in a composition it adds a vivid green freshness that nothing else can match.
spicy notes
spicy notes
vetiver
vetiver
Earthy, smoky, and complex, vetiver root is extracted from a grass native to India and has a scent that is simultaneously rooty, woody, and slightly lemony. It's one of perfumery's great base notes: tenacious, unisex, and endlessly adaptable. A fragrance built around vetiver feels grounded and deeply confident.
Base · 3–12 hrs
cedar
cedar
vetiver
vetiver
Earthy, smoky, and complex, vetiver root is extracted from a grass native to India and has a scent that is simultaneously rooty, woody, and slightly lemony. It's one of perfumery's great base notes: tenacious, unisex, and endlessly adaptable. A fragrance built around vetiver feels grounded and deeply confident.
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The TacticianBest match86% match
Precision over excess. Always.

Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.

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The Aristocrat86% match
Timeless doesn't try. It simply is.

Cool, clean, commanding. Heritage aromatics, classic citrus, dry fougères, refined woods.

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The Homesteader80% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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Scent Profile
Citrus100%Fresh90%Green80%Aromatic70%Woody100%
Fragrance Family
Green/Aromatic
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Guerlain Homme— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: Homme is $138.00. Without a coupon the lowest price is $138.00. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

Are grey market retailers authentic?

Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Guerlain fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

Frequently asked questions

Cheapest price for Guerlain Homme? +
$138.00 at Papique. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
Is $138.00 a good price for Homme? +
Yes. The current best price is $138.00 and MSRP is $165.00. At $138.00 you save 16% vs retail.
What does Guerlain Homme smell like? +
Guerlain's Homme arrived in 2008 as a modern take on the house's legacy of sophisticated masculine fragrances. The French maison has long been known for crafting refined scents that balance complexity with wearability, and this EDP continues that tradition without relying on heavy florals or animalic notes. The composition opens with a bright citrus surge of bergamot, lemon, and lime, sharpened by mint and peppermint for an invigorating green bite. The heart settles into woody-aromatic territory with cedar and galbanum providing structure, while subtle spice and vetiver add dimensionality. The base anchors the fragrance with a dry cedar and vetiver combination that feels clean rather than earthy, keeping the overall character fresh and linear throughout. Homme works well for anyone seeking a crisp, office-appropriate aromatic that doesn't demand attention but rewards close wearing. It's at its best in warmer months or as a daily workhorse fragrance that won't overwhelm in professional settings. Those who appreciate architectural green fragrances and grounded woody compositions will find it particularly appealing. Discover similar scents with The Tactician, The Aristocrat, and The Homesteader.
What are the notes in Guerlain Homme? +
Top: bergamot, lemon, lime, mint, peppermint, verbena. Heart: cedar, galbanum, spicy notes, vetiver. Base: cedar, vetiver.
What fragrance family is Homme? +
Guerlain Homme belongs to the Green/Aromatic fragrance family. It is an EDP.
What other fragrances smell like Guerlain Homme? +
Based on shared notes, Guerlain Guerlain Homme (cedar, vetiver, cedar, galbanum), Boy Smells Hinoki Fantôme (cedar, vetiver, cedar, bergamot), Pierre Guillaume Paris Oshiso unisex (cedar, vetiver, cedar, bergamot), Arabiyat Aariz L’Absolu (cedar, vetiver, cedar, bergamot), Pierre Guillaume Paris Fleur de Foudre unisex (cedar, vetiver, cedar, mint) may smell similar to Homme.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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