Zen Gold Elixir
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly divisive patchouli-led floral, Zen Gold Elixir is either a warm embrace or a sour disappointment depending on your skin chemistry. Owners love its unique blend but lament its fleeting presence - this Elixir needs an all-day top-up.
This one's a journey, a shapeshifter from juicy fruit bomb to elegant chypre. While some wish for more longevity, many adore its evolving rose and blackcurrant heart. Definitely worth a spray, but don't expect a linear ride.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 17% | 29% |
| Floral | 30% | 15% |
| Fruity | 16% | 20% |
| Green | 4% | 9% |
| Sweet | 25% | 18% |
| Warm | 4% | 4% |
| Woody | 10% | 7% |
| Earthy | 11% | 15% |
| Animalic | 8% | 6% |
| Fresh | 16% | 19% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its soft projection and lack of longevity make it suitable for close encounters like dates or casual wear, where it won't overpower. The floral and patchouli accords are too heavy for sport, and its divisive nature might make it less ideal for formal settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and alluring fruit-rose-chypre profile make it suitable for dates and more formal gatherings. While too elegant for sport, it could work for a casual sophisticated vibe. Its longevity is good enough to get you through an evening, but some find it fades a bit quickly for a full workday.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Citrus, Woody accords and Rose, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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