Germaine Monteil Galoré Dusting Powder 4.75 oz Sealed Vintage 1970s

An elegant and increasingly difficult-to-find survivor from the golden age of American luxury cosmetics, this original Germaine Monteil Galoré Dusting Powder beautifully captures the sophisticated presentation style of the late 1970s. The distinctive frosted gray presentation box with gold floral decoration, complete with its original powder puff and factory-sealed contents, represents the refined vanity accessories that accompanied fine fragrances during the era. Complete, unopened examples have become exceptionally scarce.

Available for immediate purchase is this new, with its internal seal fully intact, no issues, late 1970s vintage, made in the USA, guaranteed original and authentic (Batch Number: 156F) Galoré Dusting Powder in the generous 4.75-ounce (125g) size by Germaine Monteil Cosmetiques Corp. All photos were taken at high magnification to best highlight overall item condition. The buyer will receive the exact item pictured.

Dating

This item can confidently be dated to the late 1970s. The underside identifies Germaine Monteil Cosmetiques Corp., New York, N.Y. 10019, a corporate designation used after British American Tobacco's acquisition of Germaine Monteil in 1967 and before the company's ownership changed again during the mid-1980s. The packaging style, typography, and presentation box are all consistent with Germaine Monteil cosmetic products marketed during the latter half of the 1970s.

Condition

This elegant frosted gray plastic presentation box remains in excellent vintage condition with no cracks, chips, or structural damage. The gold foil floral decoration and lettering remain bright and attractive with only extremely minor handling wear. The original powder puff is present, and the factory internal seal remains fully intact, confirming the contents have never been opened or used. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and accurately represent the exact item you will receive.

Why This Item Stands Out

Unlike most surviving vintage body powders, this example remains factory sealed and includes its original powder puff housed inside the elegant frosted presentation box. Dusting powders were intended for regular everyday use and were commonly discarded once empty, making complete, unopened examples considerably scarcer than their companion perfume bottles. Collectors especially value examples retaining the original seal, pristine presentation box, and accompanying puff.

Germaine Monteil History

1936: Germaine Monteil Cosmetiques Corp. is founded.

1967: Germaine Monteil is acquired by British American Tobacco (BAT).

1970: Germaine Monteil is consolidated under British American Cosmetics (BAC).

1985: Germaine Monteil is acquired by Beecham Cosmetics.

1986: Germaine Monteil becomes a division of Monteil Paris Lancaster Group.

1987: Germaine Monteil and Lancaster Group are acquired by Revlon.

1991: Revlon sells the Germaine Monteil brand to Joh. A. Benckiser GmbH.

1998: Germaine Monteil is acquired by Five Star Fragrances.

2005: Germaine Monteil is acquired by Coty Prestige.

2006: Germaine Monteil is acquired by Wilde Cosmetics GmbH.

2011: Wilde Cosmetics GmbH and BRAIN AG form a joint venture, and Germaine Monteil becomes Monteil Cosmetics International.

Fragrance History

1964: Galoré is introduced by Germaine Monteil as an elegant oriental floral fragrance.

Late 1960s-1970s: Matching luxury bath and body products, including dusting powder, are introduced to complement the Galoré fragrance collection.

1980s: Galoré is eventually discontinued as ownership of the Germaine Monteil brand changes.

Today: Complete factory-sealed Galoré dusting powders retaining their original puff and presentation box have become increasingly scarce and highly collectible.

Fragrance Notes

Galoré is classified as an oriental floral fragrance. Widely published references describe the composition as opening with sparkling aldehydes, aromatic spices, mandarin orange, and bergamot. The heart develops into an elegant floral bouquet of jasmine, ylang-ylang, lily-of-the-valley, rose, and narcissus before settling into a rich, sophisticated base of amber, vanilla, vetiver, and incense. As with all vintage fragrances, the aroma has naturally matured over time and may differ slightly from its original release.