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What it is: A long-lasting floral perfume with notes of fig accord and rose, encapsulated in the most luxurious bottle.
Fragrance story: During the hottest summer nights, the rose succumbs to 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. Our 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.
Style: Floral.
Notes:
- Top: fig accord
- Middle: fig marmalade accord
- Base: rose Centifolia
How to use: Apply the floral perfume on pulse points: wrist, inner elbow and neck.
- Made in France
- Item #10813151
Ingredients
Alcohol, Parfum / Fragrance, Aqua / Water / Eau, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ci 14700 / Red 4, Ci 17200 / Red 33, Ci 42090 / Blue 1, Ci 60730 / Ext. Violet 2, Linalool, Geraniol, Eugenol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Farnesol, Limonene, Citronellol, Anise Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol (F.i.l. N70058434/2).
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging
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For more than 80 years, luxury beauty brand Lancôme has epitomized glamour with a quintessential French touch. Quality skin care, timeless style and scientifically proven results secure its reputation as a makeup authority and skin care innovator, not merely keeping pace but surpassing expectations by continually taking science and creativity to new levels.
Most helpful positive review
Mar 14, 2026
Upgrading after receiving a sample of Lancôme Forb
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Lancôme Absolue Forbidden Rose is a premium Eau de Parfum crafted with high-quality Centifolia Rose and Rose Damascena, resulting in a multifaceted floral scent with green, herbaceous, and slightly fruity undertones. Unlike traditional heavy florals, this fragrance features a “halo” construction that blends fig accord and musk for a modern, luminous finish. The long durability of the scent that remains noticeable for hours on the skin. I received a sample of the perfume but moving to the full size is such a treat because the architectural glass bottle is impressively weighted and substantial, featuring a gorgeous etched rose at the base that truly reflects the artisanal quality of the scent inside.
HelenaA
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Most helpful critical review
Jan 17, 2026
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.
MayM
Verified purchase
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lancome-usa.com response
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!
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HelenaA
Reposted from influenster.com
Mar 14, 2026
Upgrading after receiving a sample of Lancôme Forb
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Lancôme Absolue Forbidden Rose is a premium Eau de Parfum crafted with high-quality Centifolia Rose and Rose Damascena, resulting in a multifaceted floral scent with green, herbaceous, and slightly fruity undertones. Unlike traditional heavy florals, this fragrance features a “halo” construction that blends fig accord and musk for a modern, luminous finish. The long durability of the scent that remains noticeable for hours on the skin. I received a sample of the perfume but moving to the full size is such a treat because the architectural glass bottle is impressively weighted and substantial, featuring a gorgeous etched rose at the base that truly reflects the artisanal quality of the scent inside.
SaraP
Reposted from influenster.com
Mar 7, 2026
Smells exactly like rosewater
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 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.
influenster.com response
Hi there! We are truly sorry to hear that the scent of our Forbidden Rose Eau de Parfum did not meet your expectations for a more complex and multifaceted fragrance. It is disappointing when a perfume feels one-dimensional, especially when you were looking forward to experiencing a wider range of notes. We sincerely appreciate your honest feedback regarding the rose-heavy profile, as it helps our team understand how our scents are perceived by our customers. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, as your transparency is essential in helping us improve our future fragrance collections.
Erin R
Reposted from influenster.com
Feb 5, 2026
Nice Rose Perfume
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 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.
Anonymous
Reposted from lancome-usa.com
Jan 28, 2026
That’s beautiful scents
I had a lot compliments when I wear that scents. They last long and very sexy.
marlenez6_610
Reposted from influenster.com
Jan 25, 2026
Warm, feminine, and luxe
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 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.
holzschuher13_9565
Reposted from influenster.com
Jan 22, 2026
So good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 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.
