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The Secret Temptation Eau de Parfum bottle The Secret Temptation EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2017 Year 2010
£ Price Tier ££££
The Library Collection Opus II Eau de Parfum bottle The Library Collection Opus II EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Secret Temptation EDP
This one's a proper divisive scent. Some reckon it's a unique, seductive cheapie with surprising quality, while others find it a synthetic mess with rubbish performance. You'll either love its spicy-woody-vanilla twist or hate its peppery edge, so definitely try before you buy.
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Our Verdict - The Library Collection Opus II EDP
This one's a proper grown-up scent, polarising some with its classic barbershop vibe but adored by others for its sophisticated, masculine charm. A complex fougère that blends tradition with a refined touch, though its subtlety won't please those craving a powerhouse beast.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Secret Temptation EDP
The Library Collection Opus II EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 32% vs 21%
Only in The Secret Temptation
Cardamom 26% Elemi 23% Bergamot 18%
Only in The Library Collection Opus II
Lavender 30% Wormwood 30% Pepper 19%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 32% vs 21%
Only in The Secret Temptation
Artemisia 34% Basil 34%
Only in The Library Collection Opus II
Cardamom 35% Cinnamon 23% Rose 20%
Shared Notes
Musk 21% vs 16%
Only in The Secret Temptation
Vanilla 31% Woody 27% Vetiver 21%
Only in The Library Collection Opus II
Incense 24% Cedar 21% Patchouli 20% Amber 19%

Accords

The Secret Temptation The Library Collection Opus II
100%
Aromatic
93%
65%
Warm Spicy
100%
78%
Woody
64%
57%
Fresh Spicy
78%
75%
Vanilla
73%
Soft Spicy
50%
Lavender
73%
Amber
70%
66%
Musky
55%
Powdery
54%
Sweet
Smoky
52%
51%
Balsamic
49%
Patchouli
48%
Aromatic shared
100%
93%
Warm Spicy shared
65%
100%
Woody shared
78%
64%
Fresh Spicy shared
57%
78%
75%
Soft Spicy shared
73%
50%
73%
70%
66%
55%
54%
52%
Balsamic shared
51%
49%
48%

Performance

The Secret Temptation The Library Collection Opus II
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The Secret Temptation

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and seductive spicy-woody profile make it a good fit for dates and evenings out. While some find it office-safe due to intimate sillage, the spicy sweetness might be a bit much for formal settings or sports use.

The Library Collection Opus II

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its moderate sillage and subtle nature make it suitable for office and formal wear, where understated elegance is key. While some find its performance strong, many describe it as discreet, making it less ideal for casual or sporty settings where a more relaxed scent is often preferred.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, woody, soft spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The Secret Temptation EDP
The Library Collection Opus II EDP
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