Opera Eau de Parfum vs Musk Clean Eau de Parfum

Opera

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2019	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	£

Musk Clean

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Opera

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Musk Clean

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opera

Xerjoff Opera is a polarising beast, a 'love it or hate it' scent that commands attention. Expect nuclear projection and a divisive, confident aura. If you want something unique that isn't afraid to be extra, this is it.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Musk Clean

Don't let the name fool you - 'Clean' is a misnomer here. This one's a sharp, green floral with a metallic edge that some will find refreshing, but prepare for it to divide the room. It’s definitely not the soft musk you might expect.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	2%	0%
Floral	21%	26%
Fruity	19%	8%
Green	3%	4%
Sweet	27%	28%
Warm	13%	14%
Woody	16%	14%
Earthy	14%	11%
Animalic	15%	13%
Fresh	6%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Opera EdP

Musk Clean EdP

Notes

Only in Opera

Fruity 64% Rose 36%

Only in Musk Clean

Lavender 36% Amber 26% Peach 20% Vanilla 18%

Only in Opera

Ylang-Ylang 29% Nutmeg 25% Leather 24% Amber 22%

Only in Musk Clean

Musk 42% Patchouli 32% Sandalwood 26%

Only in Opera

Patchouli 22% Vanilla 22% Musk 22% Cedar 19% Vetiver 15%

Only in Musk Clean

Floral 37% Ylang-Ylang 33% Cinnamon 30%

Accords

Opera Musk Clean

100%

Woody

89%

Lavender

100%

Musky

92%

66%

Powdery

88%

82%

Sweet

65%

Floral

79%

Warm Spicy

77%

74%

Fruity

72%

Yellow Floral

61%

Amber

69%

58%

Patchouli

69%

66%

Fresh Spicy

64%

Leather

58%

Vanilla

Woody shared

100%

89%

Lavender

100%

Musky

92%

Powdery shared

66%

88%

Sweet shared

82%

65%

Floral

79%

Warm Spicy

77%

Fruity

74%

Yellow Floral shared

72%

61%

Amber shared

61%

69%

Patchouli shared

58%

69%

Fresh Spicy

66%

Leather

64%

Vanilla

58%

Performance

Opera Musk Clean

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Opera

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

With its beast-mode performance and strong sillage, Opera is far too assertive for the office or casual wear. It's perfectly suited for formal events and date nights where its opulent, dramatic character can truly shine.

Musk Clean

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Sport

Also Works:

Casual

Its sharp, almost metallic character might be a bit much for intimate settings or formal wear. However, its fresh and clean-leaning nature, despite the unexpected notes, makes it suitable for casual day-to-day wear and potentially invigorating for active situations.