Dior Tendre Poison
What does it smell like?
The first thing you smell is asafoetida and bergamot. The heart brings tuberose and honey. On the skin it settles into musk and sandalwood. Overall it smells white floral and gourmand.
- Came out
- 1994
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
Tendre Poison notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
About Dior Tendre Poison
Dior is the house behind Tendre Poison.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough.
Other Dior perfumes
This house has 81 perfumes on iPerfume. The most popular ones are Dior Homme Intense, Poison and Sauvage Elixir.
Is Tendre Poison long lasting?
This is a long lasting scent: expect about 6 to 9 hours on skin. It lasts about as long as Lancôme Variety and Givenchy Amarige. Base notes like musk and sandalwood are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Its style
The strongest accord is white floral (100%), followed by gourmand and citrus. You will probably like it if you enjoy white floral and gourmand smells and notes like tuberose and musk. Less obvious notes include Brazilian rosewood, orange blossom and heliotrope. Perfume fans rate it 4.13 out of 5.
Tendre Poison price per bottle size
In Europe it costs about €45, depending on the bottle size and the shop. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs less than Lancôme Variety and Givenchy Amarige.
Day or night?
This is more of a daytime scent that suits the office and everyday wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy.
Tendre Poison dupes and alternatives
These perfumes have a close smell: Lancôme Variety (10 shared notes), Givenchy Amarige (8 shared notes), Parfums Gres Cabotine Variety (8 shared notes) and Jil Sander #4 (8 shared notes).
Perfume comparisons
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Questions people ask
Can men wear Tendre Poison?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
When did Tendre Poison come out?
It came out in 1994.
Is it good for summer?
It is better in spring. In hot weather it can feel heavy.