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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2005 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Essential
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Look, it's cheap as chips and pulls its weight as a no-brainer "spray and go" scent. Sure, the performance is a running joke, and it screams "synthetic," but for the price, it's a solid shout for everyday freshness despite its detractors' theatrical complaints.
Angel Schlesser's Essential is a charmingly understated 'your skin but better' scent, loved for its clean, fresh allure but occasionally criticised for its subtle performance. Ideal for those who prefer their presence felt, not announced, though some perceive it as simply 'plain'.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 15% |
| Floral | 28% | 28% |
| Fruity | 21% | 15% |
| Green | 6% | 6% |
| Sweet | 19% | 14% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 18% | 19% |
| Earthy | 1% | 4% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 21% | 22% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic nature and famously weak performance make it ideal for casual wear, gym, or even the office where subtlety is key. It's cheap and inoffensive, fitting for situations where you want to smell clean without making a statement.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and subtle projection makes it perfect for office wear or casual daily use. While not a powerhouse, its intimate nature could suit a close-contact date, but it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Woody, Fresh accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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