6%

Aqua EDC

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Cool Water Eau de Toilette bottle Cool Water EDT
EDT Concentration EDC
M Gender U
1988 Year 2020
£ Price Tier £
Aqua Cologne bottle Aqua EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Cool Water EDT
The quintessential aquatic-fresh masculine, Cool Water's mint-lavender-sea water blast is still an unbeatable icon for daily wear. Effortless, breezy, and endlessly clean, it remains a go-to for summer and sport.
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Our Verdict - Aqua EDC
Aqua is a budget-friendly choice for those seeking a light, fresh scent perfect for day-to-day use during warmer months.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Cool Water EDT
Aqua EDC

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 24% vs 21%
Geranium 24% vs 21%
Only in Aqua
Sea Water 57%
Shared Notes
Musk 21% vs 41%
Cedar 20% vs 25%
Ambergris 18% vs 33%
Only in Cool Water
Oakmoss 21% Tobacco 20%

Accords

Cool Water Aqua
100%
Aromatic
95%
Aquatic
90%
85%
Green
Citrus
80%
Fresh
70%
55%
Woody
30%
40%
Salty
Floral
40%
100%
Aquatic shared
95%
90%
85%
80%
70%
Woody shared
55%
30%
40%
40%

Performance

Cool Water Aqua
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Cool Water

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Cool Water shines brightest in spring and summer thanks to its uplifting aquatic, mint, and lavender freshness. The light, breezy structure gets lost in cold air but feels perfectly invigorating in warmer temperatures.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport

Its moderate projection and breezy clean profile make it ideal for office, casual, and even sporty scenarios. It is less suited for formal occasions where greater depth or opulence is expected.

Aqua

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

The fragrance's fresh and aquatic notes are most suitable for warmer weather, making it ideal for spring and summer occasions. It's less suited for the cooler temperatures of fall and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

With its fresh and light character, Aqua is versatile for casual outings and sports, while remaining appropriate for an office setting. It lacks the depth needed for formal occasions or romantic evenings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
6%
Key Similarities

Both lean aquatic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Cool Water EDT
Aqua EDC
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