Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum bottle Cosmic Radiance
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2011 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Red Ruby Eau de Parfum bottle Red Ruby

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Cosmic Radiance
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Red Ruby
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Cosmic Radiance
A divisive sibling to the original Radiance, Cosmic Radiance splits opinions between those who find its tart fruitiness refreshing and those who find it a 'cheap', 'headache-inducing' imitation. It's not groundbreaking but delivers a playful, sweet floral for the right chemistry.
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Our Verdict - Red Ruby
A truly gorgeous, fruity vanilla with excellent staying power, Red Ruby is a crowd-pleaser that delivers a luxurious feel without the hefty price tag. It's not groundbreaking, but it's a solid, sensual choice.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 20%
Floral 33% 26%
Fruity 20% 19%
Green 5% 3%
Sweet 38% 34%
Warm 6% 3%
Woody 6% 8%
Earthy 2% 0%
Animalic 11% 10%
Fresh 12% 16%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Cosmic Radiance EdP
Red Ruby EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 32% vs 43%
Shared Notes
Tuberose 27% vs 42%
Only in Red Ruby
Litchi 58%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 36% vs 41%
Musk 24% vs 29%
Sandalwood 19% vs 29%
Only in Cosmic Radiance
Amber 19%

Accords

Cosmic Radiance Red Ruby
100%
White Floral
64%
58%
Citrus
100%
60%
Vanilla
84%
79%
Fruity
80%
52%
Powdery
75%
67%
Fresh
58%
49%
Tropical
65%
57%
Tuberose
62%
Woody
58%
Musky
58%
55%
Sweet
52%
Floral
White Floral shared
100%
64%
Citrus shared
58%
100%
Vanilla shared
60%
84%
Fruity shared
79%
80%
Powdery shared
52%
75%
Fresh shared
67%
58%
Tropical shared
49%
65%
Tuberose shared
57%
62%
58%
58%
55%
52%

Performance

Cosmic Radiance Red Ruby
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Cosmic Radiance

Seasons

Best For:
Spring

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate sillage and 'fresh floral' character make it suitable for office wear without being overpowering. The playful, sweet nature lends itself well to casual daytime wear, while its soft dry-down makes it acceptable for a relaxed date. The lack of significant depth or gravitas means it's less suited for formal events.

Red Ruby

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and sensual character, driven by vanilla and fruity notes, make it less suitable for an office environment. However, these qualities, combined with its long-lasting performance, make it perfect for date nights, formal events, and general casual wear where you want to leave an impression.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
93%
Accord
82%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Vanilla, Fruity accords and Litchi, Tuberose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Cosmic Radiance
Red Ruby
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