Flora Five's Le Male attar is an alcohol-free, oil-based interpretation of the fresh-meets-sweet swagger of Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male. Cool lavender and mint square up against cardamom in the opening, cinnamon and orange blossom warm the middle, and a plush vanilla–tonka–amber base over sandalwood and cedarwood carries it for roughly 10–12 hours on skin.
Fragrance notes
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Top: Lavender, mint, cardamom, bergamot, artemisia
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Heart: Cinnamon, orange blossom, caraway
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Base: Vanilla, tonka bean, amber, sandalwood, cedarwood
| Top |
Heart |
Base |
Longevity |
Sillage |
Best for |
Inspired by |
| Lavender, mint |
Cinnamon, orange blossom |
Vanilla, tonka |
10–12 hrs |
Moderate–Strong (5–7 hrs) |
Evenings, date nights |
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male |
How it compares. Our attar captures the recognisable Le Male accord — cool lavender-mint barbershop freshness folding into spiced vanilla and tonka. Because it's a concentrated oil with no alcohol, the opening is softer (no spray "blast"), it develops more slowly, sits closer to the skin, and lasts noticeably longer than an alcohol spray.
Because there is no alcohol in the formula, it qualifies as halal and never stings the skin. Apply it like a traditional attar: a short roll on each wrist and one at the base of the throat, letting body heat do the blending. Skip the shirt cuff — perfume oils and pale fabrics don't mix.
Available as a roll-on in 3 ml, 6 ml and 12 ml. Free shipping across India · Cash on delivery · 7-day return.
Frequently asked questions
What does Le Male attar smell like?
It opens cool and clean — lavender and mint with a cardamom sparkle, the classic fresh-barbershop effect. Within the hour, cinnamon and orange blossom bring warmth, and the signature vanilla-tonka base emerges, sweet but balanced by sandalwood and cedar. It reads confident, familiar and unmistakably masculine.
How long does it last?
Roughly 10–12 hours on skin. The fresh top notes are quieter than a spray, but the vanilla-amber drydown is remarkably persistent — expect a warm skin scent well into the night, and traces on cuffs and collars the following day. Two dabs will comfortably see you through work and dinner.
How is Flora Five's version different from the original Le Male?
The original is an alcohol-based eau de toilette that leads with a big fresh blast and needs re-spraying by evening. Our interpretation is a concentrated perfume oil: the same lavender-mint-vanilla character, but a gentler opening, a slower and closer development, and considerably longer wear from a smaller quantity.
Which size should I choose — 3, 6 or 12 ml?
If you are testing how the oil compares with a scent you know well, start at 3 ml. The 6 ml suits weekend and evening rotation, while the 12 ml makes sense once it becomes a staple — perfume oils are used a drop at a time, so bottles outlast expectations.
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male is a registered trademark of its respective owner. Flora Five is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with them. This is an independent interpretation inspired by the scent profile — it is not the original and contains none of its materials. The name is referenced only to describe the fragrance's character.
At Flora Five, all our attars are meticulously crafted to maintain their authenticity and purity. Each blend is 100% oil-based and free from alcohol, ensuring a rich, long-lasting scent experience.
To preserve the integrity of our attars and protect them from contamination or loss of their distinctive scent profiles, we incorporate essential, non-toxic regulatory substances like antioxidants. These carefully chosen components ensure the longevity and stability of your attar without compromising safety.
While no additional ingredients in our formulations are inherently harmful, we recommend patch testing before full use to rule out any potential allergies. At Flora Five, your safety and satisfaction are as important as the elegance of our fragrances.
