Rain
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Dubai Nights Midnight
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for division: Clean Reserve Rain is a true love-it-or-hate-it scent. While some find its photorealistic wet earth and fresh botanicals divine, others are repulsed by what they perceive as sharp, synthetic patchouli or even an overtly masculine cheap cologne. Test on skin for this one - paper strips lie.
If you're after the YSL MYSLF vibe without the hefty price tag, this is a solid shout, but temper your expectations for exact replication. Opinions are split on how faithful it is, but it's generally seen as a clean, versatile alternative.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 19% |
| Floral | 33% | 32% |
| Fruity | 5% | 1% |
| Green | 6% | 9% |
| Sweet | 15% | 11% |
| Warm | 0% | 1% |
| Woody | 15% | 19% |
| Earthy | 28% | 21% |
| Animalic | 5% | 1% |
| Fresh | 15% | 20% |
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 spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh profile makes it suitable for casual wear or the gym, and it avoids being overly strong so it works for the office. However, its divisive nature and often noted masculine lean mean it's less ideal for dates or formal events where broad appeal is key.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and mass-appealing profile makes it ideal for daily office wear and casual outings. While some find its performance strong, many describe it as a skin scent fairly quickly, making it less imposing for formal or intimate date settings. It's often likened to a 'shower gel' scent, which is perfect for feeling fresh throughout the day or after exercise.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Citrus, Patchouli accords and Patchouli, Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.