Lancome

Sunday, January 15

Hi dolls!
Happy New Year! Here's to all the amazing things coming to us in 2023.
In my first post of the year, I wanted to introduce you to the newest Lancome addition - Idôle Nectar. If you're interested to find out all about it, let's get right into the review! 

This post may contain gifted products/affiliate links. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

My Lancome Fragrance Reviews

Idôle Nectar is a gorgeous amber vanilla fragrance and the first neo-gourmand scent by Lancome, blended with a floral blast of lusciousness. A fragrance and a nectar for women who lead the way towards a better tomorrow! 

Top Notes: Grasse Rose, Rose, Turkish Rose
Middle Notes: Popcorn, Caramel
Bottom Notes: Vanilla

Idôle Nectar has a beautiful opening which is a literal rose heaven, having the top notes of Grasse Rose, Rose and Turkish Rose. At the heart of this juice, we have the notes of caramel and popcorn and as it dries down, we get the stunning vanilla note. While Idôle is a fresh and clean scent, perfect to boost your confidence in any work or life setting, Idôle Nectar is very sweet, playful and fun but still keeping the same Idôle DNA. 


Idôle Nectar is an Eau de Parfum. Eau de Parfum has the highest concentration of fragrance - generally having a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. On average, Eau de Parfum should last from four to five hours, if not more. This differs from Eau de Toilette which has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. Eau de Toilette is definitely one of the most popular types of fragrances and it's cheaper than EDP but it will normally only last for two to three hours. 


There are currently four Idôle scents in the collection - Idôle, Idôle L'Intense, Idôle Aura and Idôle Nectar. Out of the four, Idôle Nectar is the sweetest with the middle notes of popcorn and caramel which add the sweetness to this feminine scent. This differs from Idôle which is sweet and refreshing, almost Citrusty, with its top notes of pear and bergamot. Idôle L'Intense adds bitterness to the smell with its stronger opening of roses and orange and is overall more spicy and aromatic. Lastly, Idôle Aura is much softer, more floral and salty - the perfect scent for any beach holidays!

Final Thoughts
I honestly love the entire Idôle range and I'm so happy with their newest addition. Idôle - their first release - is still my number one but I do love every single addition to their range, each perfect for different mood and occasion. Idôle Nectar is the perfect fragrance to wear all year around to friends meet ups and parties. It's like having sunshine in a bottle, and I can definitely see this being a go-to fragrance for the main character in Emily in Paris Netflix Show - she's so bubbly and easy going!

Have you had a chance to try out Idôle Nectar yet? What are your thoughts on it? As always, don't forget to share with me in the comments and stay tuned for my next review! xo


Love, Olivia xo

Sunday, August 15

Hi, dolls!
I am super excited to tell you all about Lancome's newest fragrance - Idôle Aura. I've previously done a full review and comparison on both Lancome's Idôle and Idôle L'Intense which you can read HERE. If you're interested to find out all about Idôle Aura, let's get right into the review! xo



Idôle Aura is the first sun-kissed floral scent by Lancome. A fragrance for women sharing the light of success with others. Because when you succeed, the world succeeds with you, sweep an entire community alone in the wake of a new scent. Idôle Aura leads the way by opting for sustainably sourced ingredients ensuring decent working conditions and fair prices for farmers while preserving the ecosystem. 

Top Notes: Fleur de Sel, Solar Roses
Middle Notes: Dazzling Jasmine
Bottom Notes: Salty Vanilla, Musk

Idôle Aura is a gorgeous floral woody musk fragrance. The opening gives me a burst of sugary roses and sea salt and as it dries down, you start to smell the jasmine beautifully blended with its bottom notes of salty vanilla and musk. It's a very nice scent to wear in summer, however I can see myself wear this all year long.


I was surprised to see the change in the bottle design - unlike Idôle, Idôle Aura has a stand built into its bottle, making it easier to place in your vanity without worrying it'd fall and smash. I'm interested to see if they will change all the previous bottles too, as it's definitely easier than Idôle's flat bottle without a stand.

Idôle Aura is an Eau de Parfum. Eau de Parfum has the highest concentration of fragrance - generally having a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. On average, Eau de Parfum should last from four to five hours, if not more. This differs from Eau de Toilette which has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. Eau de Toilette is definitely one of the most popular types of fragrances and it's cheaper than EDP but it will normally only last for two to three hours. 


Besides having similar longevity, and all three being nice feminine scents, I find these three to be completely different. Idôle's top notes of pear and bergamot make it sweet and refreshing, almost Citrusy, whereas Idôle Aura, although still sweet is much softer, more floral and salty. On the other hand, Idôle L'Intense has a stronger opening of roses and orange which adds bitterness to the smell and is more spicy and aromatic.

Final Thoughts
Out of the entire Lancome's fragrance collection the Idôle range has to be my favourite. Now that I've tried all three, I can honestly say I like them all but the newest is becoming my favourite. I've noticed brands like to release a fragrance, then do an intense version and then release it in EDT, so I'm pleasantly surprised Lancome didn't follow and instead created a new, beautiful addition to the collection.  There's definitely an Idôle version for everyone, so this is a range I'd recommend you all to check out. 


Thank you Lancome for kindly gifting me this beautiful new fragrance! I can't wait to see what other addition are coming to the Idôle family xo

What are your thoughts on Idôle Aura? I'd love to hear which Idôle version is your 
favourite, so definitely leave me a comment down below! 

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Saturday, March 27


Hi, dolls!
I am very excited today because Lancome has surprised me once again and sent out their three fragrances out to me. I've received La Vie Est Belle, Idôle and Idôle L'Intense. I thought it would be fun to keep this review about both Idôle fragrances and leave La Vie Est Belle for another comparison as I'd also love to review the newest Lancome scent Soleil Cristal. If you're interested to find out more about Idôle and Idôle L'Intense, let's get right into it!

This post may contain gifted products and affiliate links meaning that if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!



Created by women for women, Idôle was launched in 2019 and is a Chypre Floral fragrance. It's described as a fresh fragrance with notes of rose, jasmine and chypre. It comes in a sleek, refillable bottle to support a more sustainable future. Dedicated to women who dare to dream, who defy expectations, to the leaders and innovators of tomorrow. Strong, Outspoken and Empowered - the women who look to themselves for the inspiration they need to rewrite the future.

Top Notes: Bergamot, Juicy Pear & Pink Peppercorn
Middle Notes: Rose & Jasmine
Bottom Notes: White Musk, Vanilla, Patchouli & Cedarwood

The opening of Idôle gives me a burst of a strong, juicy pear and bergamot. Soon after you start to smell the Rose and the Jasmine and as it settles throughout the day, you also get to smell its bottom notes of musk and vanilla. I find Idôle to be very light and fresh but also super powerful. It's a fragrance that definitely makes a statement - after all it was created for all women. I personally really love this scent and see myself reaching for it throughout the day as well as on a night out. It's truly beautiful and has an excellent staying power and projection. I was really surprised to see so many negative opinions about it because for me it's a great fragrance, one I would definitely repurchase myself. 

I also have to talk about the bottle of this fragrance - it's the thinnest one I have ever seen. It's really simple but pretty and what I like the most about it is that it's refillable. The only issue is that it doesn't really stand on its own but I still managed to place it nicely in my fragrance stand. 



Idôle L'Intense was launched in 2020 and just like Idôle, it's also dedicated to women. It's described as a burning fragrance through the glass transparency revealing the most brilliant version of the Idôle woman.

Top Notes: Intense Chypre Accord, Bitter & Mandarin Orange
Middle Notes: Intense Rose Essence & Intense Jasmine Absolute
Bottom Notes: Acacia, Cashmere Wood, Patchouli, Vanilla, Amber and Cedar

The opening of Idôle L'Intense gives me a burst of rose with sweet, orange notes. As it settles throughout the day, you start to smell the notes of vanilla and musk and its bottom woody notes become more apparent. For me, it differs from the original as it adds a heavier dose of rose and citrus. It's definitely stronger and just like it's name - more intense. Although there is a bit of similarity between the two, I definitely see Idôle L'Intense as more of a going-out scent out of the two, however you can still wear it throughout the day.

The bottle design also differs as it's no longer see-through - it has a pink and gold sheen instead. To be completely honest the difference between them colour-wise doesn't really bother me because they both look pretty and I really enjoy the thin design of the bottle instead. 

Both Idôle and Idôle  L'Intense are Eau de Parfum. Eau de Parfum has the highest concentration of fragrance - generally having a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. On average, Eau de Parfum should last from four to five hours, if not more. This differs from Eau de Toilette which has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. Eau de Toilette is definitely one of the most popular types of fragrances and it's cheaper than EDP but it will normally only last for two to three hours. 

Final Thoughts
Besides having the same bottle shape and similar longevity, I find these two scents to be completely different. Idôle's top notes of pear and bergamot make it sweeter and as it settles throughout the day, you start to smell the florals with vanilla and musk. On the other hand, Idôle L'Intense has a stronger opening of roses and orange which adds bitterness to the smell and it's more spicy and aromatic. 

In my opinion, you can't hate them both - you will either enjoy both or like one more than the other. Idôle is the one I would personally pick out of the two, however I am enjoying Idôle L'Intense more now than when I first smelled it. I definitely see myself reaching for both and even layering the two together. 

Once again, thank you Lancome for gifting me your fragrances! 
I hope you enjoyed this review and comparison. As previously mentioned, I was also gifted La Vie Est Belle which I will be comparing soon to the new Soleil Cristal version. Let me know down in the comments which of the two you'd prefer and what other Lancome products you'd be interested to read about xo

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Tuesday, March 23


Hi, dolls!
Today I will be reviewing the new Lancome Lash Idôle mascara. Lancome was kind enough to gift me their mascara to try, however just because I didn't purchase this product myself, it won't affect my review and opinions in any way. If you're interested to learn more about the mascara, let's get right into the review!

This post may contain gifted products and affiliate links meaning that if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!




Lancome has launched their new Lash Idôle mascara at the end of January of this year. The mascara features a pioneering brush and revolutionary formulation, providing an instant lash lift, fanned-out volume effect with a weightless feel. Lash Idôle's revolutionary gel-emulsion formulation glides effortlessly over lashes to create a cushion-like coating. It's formula is infused with white tea extract, chosen to help maintain lash condition. This mascara is also ophthalmologist tested and suitable for sensitive eyes. 

Firstly, I want to thank Lancome for reaching out and sending me this mascara to try out. I am always looking forward to trying new makeup and review them for you guys. I received this early morning and have been wearing it ever since. My first impression - wow! Lash Idôle mascara is very easy to apply on the eyes and has a nice gel-like formula. What I love about it the most is that just after one layer, you can already see its full effect, however you can still apply more for a fuller look. Just as described, this mascara is clump-free and it doesn't leave your eyes with the horrible spider effect. It made my lashes look much longer than they naturally are and it has this false-lashes effect which I love. In addition, the mascara is very lightweight which makes it so comfortable to use.


I also enjoyed the Lash Idôle mascara's brush - it's arch curved and it was engineered to capture every single lash, while its arc shape means it adapts to the lash fringe ensuring that even the smallest lashes are coated. I think the packaging also stands out from my other mascara's - it's sleek and modern and has a beautiful rose-gold touch added to it with graphic black accents and curved edges. 

Final Thoughts
In the past, I would only use waterproof mascaras because my eyes tear a lot, especially if I'm outside and it's windy. However, I was really surprised because although Lancome's mascara is not waterproof, it didn't smudge or flake at all even after I have went out for my daily walk and it's quite windy today! I have now been wearing it for 6 hours and it looks exactly the same as when first applied. I am definitely going to be using this mascara more and if you remember my last mascara review, I much prefer the Lash Idôle over the Dior Lash Extension Effect Volume mascara. Seeing as it also comes in a travel size, it's a mascara I would recommend everyone to try because I'm sure you will love it just as much as I do. 

Once again, thank you Lancome for gifting me this mascara - I truly enjoyed using it! 
Let me know down below if you have tried Lancome's newest mascara and what other Lancome products (fragrance included) would you like me to review next? xo

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