Absolue Les Parfums Forbidden Rose

3.8 (477)
$270.00
Size:3.40 oz
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During the hottest summer nights, the rose succumbs to the seductive nature of the fig. One that has almost rid its fresh greenness, unveiling an emotional ripeness. The rose is dazed by the sweet forbidden. With a rebellious spirit, she ventures beyond boundaries. Willing to take risks for her own desires. Fabrice Pellegrin: "I wanted to reveal the freshness and natural beauty of the rose. The elegance of the rose is adorned with a gourmand and vegetal facet through fig compote." Lancôme's perfumers liberated their work from the classical olfactive pyramid and invented a new way of constructing a scent, the halo construction. Crafting the rose as the very heart of an olfactive symphony. Encapsulated in the most luxurious bottle.
  • Product Features

    • HOW TO USE:
    • Apply the floral perfume on pulse points: wrists, inner elbows and neck
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Ratings & Reviews

Here's what customers think
  • The Forbidden Rose is a sophisticated floral fragrance that blends the scent of rose with warm notes of fig and musk.
  • The initial strong rose aroma mellows over time, revealing a more balanced and complex scent.
  • Many reviewers found the rose to be elegant and modern, with the additional notes adding depth and sensuality.
  • The fragrance was praised for its impressive longevity, though some felt it was too strong or mature for their preferences.
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3.8/5

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477 reviews
SaraP
6 days ago
Incentivized review

Smells exactly like rosewater

I did not like the scent. It smells only of roses. It seems like I am using rose water. Even though the perfume says rose, I expected some other scent notes.

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Erin R
1 month ago
Incentivized review

Nice Rose Perfume

The smell of this perfume was very nice. I usually shy away from anything rose scented, as it usually smells like an elderly woman. This was different. I would describe it as a fresh rose scent. I am deducting a star because of the staying power; it didn’t last a full day on me.

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External reviewer
1 month ago

That’s beautiful scents

I had a lot compliments when I wear that scents. They last long and very sexy.

Recommends this product

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marlenez6_610
2 months ago
Incentivized review

Warm, feminine, and luxe

I received Lancôme La Vie Est Belle L’Absolu complimentary from Influenster, and it’s such a beautiful scent. It’s warm, elegant, and slightly sweet with a deeper, more intense feel than the original. A little goes a long way, and it lasts for hours on my skin. The travel spray is perfect for on-the-go and feels very luxe. This is a great fragrance if you love sophisticated, feminine perfumes that aren’t overpowering.

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holzschuher13_9565
2 months ago
Incentivized review

So good

Lancôme Idôle Aura Forbidden Rose is such a beautiful, modern rose fragrance. It opens with a bright, fresh floral that feels feminine without being overpowering. The rose is soft and slightly sweet, blended perfectly with warm vanilla and subtle woody notes that give it depth and elegance. What I love most is how wearable it is — it’s light enough for daytime but still romantic enough for evening. The longevity is impressive, lasting for hours without needing to reapply, and it leaves a soft, classy trail that gets compliments. Overall, Forbidden Rose feels luxurious, confident, and effortlessly chic. If you love rose scents that are fresh yet warm and sophisticated, this one is definitely worth trying.

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abigailmichelle_6425
2 months ago
Incentivized review

Pleasant Flower Scent

I like that this scent is subtle and not overpowering. It has a nice flowery scent, and it doesn’t bother my asthma. I usually do not select perfumes that smell like roses, but I really liked this one.

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MayM
2 months ago

Not what I like

It smells unique. Like a dried fig you find at grocery store and it stays like that, it also didn't last probably only 3-4hrs.

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Response from lancome-usa.com

Consumer Care Center1 month ago

Hi there! Thank you so much for sharing your feedback on Forbidden Rose. We are truly sorry to hear that the longevity didn't meet your expectations, but we appreciate your unique description of the scent profile! The "dried fig" note you experienced is a deliberate part of this fragrance's composition, which blends the timeless elegance of the rose with the divine facets of the fig. This is achieved through a Fig Accord, featuring green and lactonic accents, and a Fig Marmalade Accord, which provides the characteristic freshness of the fruit with the slightly sugary sweetness of candied fruit. These notes are beautifully balanced by our Centifolia Rose, which shines with honeyed pear and lychee-esque notes at its heart. We sincerely value your honesty regarding the 3-4 hour wear time, and we will be sure to share your feedback with our Product Development team for future consideration. Thank you again for giving this evocative scent a try!

abail2_8900
2 months ago
Incentivized review

Not a luxury scent

This fragrance does not smell like a rose in any way. I can’t even clearly describe the scent, but it was shockingly unpleasant from the moment I sprayed it. Instead of anything floral or elegant, it came across harsh, chemical, and almost sour. It was so vile that I had to wash it off immediately, and even then it lingered longer than I wanted. I expected a true rose scent or at least something soft and romantic, especially from a luxury brand, but this was completely unwearable for me. Very disappointing.

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Consumer Care Center1 month ago

Hi there! We are sincerely sorry to hear about the unpleasant experience you had with this fragrance. We truly appreciate your honesty, as it is very important for us to understand when a scent—especially one intended to be floral and elegant—misses the mark so significantly for a customer. It is deeply disappointing to hear that instead of the soft, romantic rose you expected, the fragrance came across as harsh, chemical, or sour on your skin. Fragrance is an incredibly personal experience, and because of the complex way aromatic molecules interact with individual skin chemistry and pH levels. We would love to recommend visiting one of our Lancôme counters to try out our La vie est belle L’Elixir Eau de Parfum. This scent opens with sparkling raspberry and luminous violet leaf notes beautifully blending with a warm cocoa butter base.