Private Label · Essential Oils
Estee Lauder
Metropolis
woody · 1987
Metropolis by Estee Lauder is a Chypre composition, first introduced in 1987. The opening unfolds with Juniper Berries, Lavender, Mandarin Orange, Neroli, Orange, Petitgrain, Pineapple, Spicy Mint. At the heart, Carnation, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Cloves, Geranium, Tarragon, Wormwood take shape. The drydown settles into Ambergris, Cedar, Leather, Moss, Musk, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver. Presented in the Ecnargarf atelier library for private-label development and scent referencing.
Composition
The Wear
Three scent chapters — Opening, Heart, Drydown — every note given the same stage.
Scent family woody
Opening
First impression — bright, volatile, the greeting.
Heart
The character that settles after the first minutes.
Drydown
What remains on skin — depth, warmth, memory.
