Discover Lancôme's new fragrance Forbidden Rose – a floral-woody musk scent that brings refined elegance and sensual allure into your life, and suits both women and men.

A new addition to the Lancôme collection

Lancôme Forbidden Rose is a fragrance released in 2025 that enriches the brand's long perfumery tradition. It belongs to the Absolue Les Parfums collection, which is dedicated to the rose, and was created by perfumer Fabrice Pellegrin. The new scent adds a floral-woody and musky touch to the Lancôme range and offers universal elegance for both women and men. The fragrance is inspired by forbidden beauty and sensuality, which makes it a standout addition to Lancôme's diverse selection. To learn about another Lancôme fragrance, read the article Lancôme La Vie Est Belle: the happiness manifesto. It is a great choice if you want to add a refined and alluring scent to your days.

Sensual charm and floral allure

Forbidden Rose takes you into Lancôme's imagined world, where floral softness and woody warmth create a sensual atmosphere. The fragrance is inspired by the mysterious charm of forbidden flowers and lets the wearer feel elegant and alluring. At its centre is the centifolia rose grown in Lancôme's own rose gardens, surrounded by two fig accords – one green and milky, the other sweet like fig jam. It is a scent for those who appreciate a refined and universal aroma that suits both daytime and evening moments and underlines natural elegance.

A captivating composition: the notes

Forbidden Rose is a floral-woody musk fragrance built from carefully chosen notes to offer a balanced and sensual experience. Its main layers are:

  • Top notes: fig, Grasse rose – a refreshing, floral opening that brings out refined elegance.
  • Heart notes: fig jam – a deep, juicy heart that adds richness to the scent.
  • Base notes: amber, patchouli – a warm, earthy finish that leaves a lasting trail on the skin.

The fragrance begins with the freshness and softness of fig and Grasse rose, moves into the deep heart of fig, and ends with the warm base of amber and patchouli. It is an excellent choice for the cooler months, offering a universal scent experience.

First impression: a refreshing opening

When you spray Forbidden Rose on your skin, you are greeted by the refreshing, soft top notes of fig and Grasse rose, which immediately create an elegant and sensual first impression. The opening is like a spring garden where flowers and fruit blend in harmony. After a while the juicy heart of fig begins to emerge, adding depth to the scent. The first impression is balanced and alluring, and suits spring days perfectly.

Daytime development: the scent unfolds

Forbidden Rose evolves through the day and offers a versatile scent experience. In the morning it opens with fresh top notes of fig and rose, which bring lightness and elegance and suit the start of the day well. As the day goes on, the fig heart begins to dominate, adding richness and making the scent a good fit for the afternoon. Towards the end of the day the base notes of amber and patchouli come through, bringing a warm, earthy undertone that eases the transition into the evening.

Evening charm: depth and warmth

In the evening, the full warmth and depth of Forbidden Rose emerge, making it an ideal companion for evening events. The fig heart notes can still be felt, but the base notes of amber and patchouli begin to dominate, bringing out a warm, earthy undertone that adds luxury to the scent. This warmth suits an evening out, whether a party or a quiet meeting, and gives the wearer an elegant charm. The fragrance leaves a discreet but noticeable trail that always stays elegant. If you appreciate deeper evening scents, also read the article Night's passion: Lancôme La Nuit Trésor Vanille Noire 2025.

Long-lasting: an enduring trail

Forbidden Rose is designed to offer a long-lasting scent experience that accompanies you from day into evening. Its balanced composition – the freshness of fig, the softness of rose and the warmth of amber – stays on the skin for a long time and develops according to your skin chemistry. The sillage is moderate: a subtle yet noticeable aura that suits many different settings, from the daily routine to a calm evening. That makes it an excellent choice if you want a universal and lasting scent.

Your choice: who it suits

Forbidden Rose suits both women and men who appreciate floral and woody scents with musky warmth. If you like the fresh top notes of fig and rose, the deep heart of fig and the creamy base of amber and patchouli, this fragrance is ideal for you, especially in the cooler months. It works for everyday wear as well as special occasions and lets you express your individuality and elegance. To find out why gender-neutral fragrances are becoming more and more popular, read the article Fragrances that don't ask gender: is the time for unisex perfumes? If you are looking for a universal scent that adds refined charm to your days, this fragrance is just for you.

Frequently asked questions

When was this fragrance launched? It was released in 2025.
Who is it made for? Both women and men.
Who created the fragrance? Perfumer Fabrice Pellegrin.

Conclusion

Forbidden Rose is Lancôme's new fragrance, offering both women and men a floral-woody, musky experience. The notes of fig, rose and amber create a scent that is elegant and alluring. It develops in a balanced way on the skin, suits both day and evening wear, and underlines universal elegance. You can find more floral scents in the ESSENSA selection of women's perfumes. If you want to add a refined and sensual scent to your life, this perfume is an excellent choice.