Frédéric Malle Uncut Gem

An uncompromising aroma with enigmatic charm. Uncut Gem, inspired by the Eau de Cologne worn by master perfumer Maurice Roucel, is a fresh, masculine fragrance in its purest form. Clear, spicy top notes of ginger, bergamot, mandarin, angelica root, and nutmeg gently lead to the sensual intensity of the heart notes—a leather accord, vetiver, incense, a wave of amber, and musk that vibrates with the skin. It is a perfume that plays with the old-fashioned rules of masculinity while drawing from their earthy power to create a beautiful and captivating moment. Maurice Roucel joined the Chanel lab in 1973 as a chemist. He is self-taught and describes himself as "an explorer wandering through the formulas." He is known for refining his compositions, retaining only the essentials, and is characterized by a distinctive signature: that of a hyper-sensual aesthetician.