Safa
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2020 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Overdose
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A powerhouse citrus-aromatic with serious projection and longevity that draws comparisons to Chanel Allure Homme Sport. It's fantastic value for money, but perhaps leans a bit masculine.
Divisive, to put it mildly. Overdose is a true love-it-or-hate-it fragrance, with its bold, effervescent citrus opening setting the stage for a much-debated, challenging, and often off-putting ambergris drydown. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 21% | 20% |
| Floral | 15% | 19% |
| Fruity | 7% | 8% |
| Green | 11% | 10% |
| Sweet | 19% | 17% |
| Warm | 16% | 12% |
| Woody | 11% | 13% |
| Earthy | 12% | 10% |
| Animalic | 11% | 11% |
| Fresh | 15% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Safa is best suited for casual wear and sports where its vivacious energy can shine. It might be a bit much for intimate formal settings or quiet office environments, though a light hand could make it work.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Given its strong performance and often overwhelming character, Overdose isn't ideal for office settings where subtlety is key. Its 'challenging' drydown could be problematic for formal events, but it shines in casual and active hot weather scenarios where its bold freshness can cut through the heat.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Citrus, Woody accords and Jasmine, Lily notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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