The Icon Eau de Parfum vs Sancti Eau de Parfum

The Icon

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2022	Year	2011
££	Price Tier	££

Sancti

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The Icon

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Icon Eau de Parfum

A reliable, everyday masculine scent, The Icon serves as a fantastic entry point into the world of fragrance for beginners. While not a trailblazer, its pleasing blend of fresh spice and subtle warmth makes it a solid, affordable daily driver, especially if you're not expecting beast-mode performance.

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Our Verdict - Sancti Eau de Parfum

This one's proper divisive, isn't it? If you're after a bright, citrus-spiked incense that whispers rather than shouts, Sancti is a masterful, if fleeting, liturgical experience. But if you demand beast-mode projection and longevity, you'll be left feeling short-changed.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	22%
Floral	4%	3%
Fruity	1%	3%
Green	11%	16%
Sweet	9%	9%
Warm	18%	19%
Woody	23%	22%
Earthy	17%	11%
Animalic	11%	4%
Fresh	20%	25%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Grapefruit 39% vs 26%

Only in The Icon Eau de Parfum

Pepper 37% Juniper 23%

Only in Sancti Eau de Parfum

Cypress 26% Bergamot 26% Mandarin 22%

Shared Notes

Lavender 42% vs 17%

Only in The Icon Eau de Parfum

Suede 37% Cypress 21%

Only in Sancti Eau de Parfum

Fir Resin 27% Rosemary 21% Cardamom 18% Coriander 16%

Shared Notes

Benzoin 29% vs 10%

Patchouli 26% vs 9%

Labdanum 22% vs 9%

Vetiver 22% vs 9%

Only in Sancti Eau de Parfum

Incense 18% Myrrh 13% Cedar 11% Musk 10% Amber 9%

Accords

The Icon Eau de Parfum Sancti Eau de Parfum

100%

Fresh Spicy

76%

69%

Amber

100%

83%

Woody

95%

94%

Aromatic

91%

68%

Lavender

61%

Citrus

68%

63%

Warm Spicy

64%

Balsamic

64%

Smoky

60%

52%

Musky

52%

Leather

50%

Patchouli

Fresh Spicy shared

100%

76%

Amber shared

69%

100%

Woody shared

83%

95%

Aromatic shared

94%

91%

Lavender

68%

Citrus shared

61%

68%

Warm Spicy shared

63%

64%

Balsamic

64%

Smoky

60%

Musky

52%

Leather

52%

Patchouli

50%

Performance

The Icon Eau de Parfum Sancti Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The Icon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its moderate projection and generally inoffensive nature make it highly suitable for office and casual wear. While pleasant, its performance limitations and lack of unique flair keep it from being a top choice for formal events or high-energy sport.

Sancti Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its moderate sillage and light, fresh character make it ideal for office and casual wear, where it won't overpower. While suitable for dates, it might lack the 'oomph' some desire, and its lightness makes it less fitting for formal evening events. The refreshing citrus and aromatic elements with subtle projection also make it a decent choice for light activity.