Potion
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
50 Years Golden Oudh
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Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued gem divides opinion sharply; some hail it as a masterpiece, a rich, spicy amber with a unique medicinal-boozy twist, while others lament its poor performance and a scent that reminds them of church or cough syrup. Love it or hate it, DSquared² Potion has fervent fans missing its unique charm.
This is a truly divisive scent-experience. If you want a genuine, untamed oud at a ridiculously good price, prepare for a barnyard blast that mellows into something magnificent. Not for the faint-hearted, this one sorts the oud connoisseurs from the casual sniffers.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 6% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 26% | 18% |
| Sweet | 14% | 21% |
| Warm | 31% | 36% |
| Woody | 13% | 14% |
| Earthy | 16% | 9% |
| Animalic | 8% | 14% |
| Fresh | 18% | 11% |
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 warm, spicy, and amber profile, combined with generally low projection, makes it ideal for intimate settings like dates and adaptable to cooler formal events. It's too heavy for sport and most offices, though some find it office-appropriate due to its close-to-skin nature.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode projection and longevity, this isn't an office-friendly scent unless you apply very sparingly. It’s better suited for formal occasions or sophisticated evenings out where its unique character can truly shine. Casual wear can be a bit much for this overpowering fragrance.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Musky accords and Pepper, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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