Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum vs Surf Eau de Parfum

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2020	Year	2018
£	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Aldi's Lime, Basil & Mandarin delivers an impressively authentic zesty-fresh impression at a fraction of the designer price. It's bright, breezy and effortless, though fleeting-reapply freely for a constant burst of citrus cheer.

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Our Verdict - Surf Eau de Parfum

Surf is a bit of a controversial one, with folks divided on its similarity to Invictus and its overall performance. Some find it a decent, affordable option for everyday wear, while others dismiss it as a weaker clone with disappointing longevity.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	27%	31%
Floral	9%	5%
Fruity	3%	3%
Green	24%	21%
Sweet	10%	2%
Warm	8%	4%
Woody	13%	13%
Earthy	19%	19%
Animalic	4%	7%
Fresh	24%	29%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin EdP

Surf EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Lime 39% Mandarin 33% Bergamot 27%

Top Notes

Lemon 35% Bergamot 33% Grapefruit 32%

Heart Notes

Lavender 55% Basil 46% Thyme 26%

Shared Notes

Bergamot 27% vs 33%

Only in Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Lime 39% Mandarin 33%

Only in Surf Eau de Parfum

Lemon 35% Grapefruit 32%

Shared Notes

Lavender 55% vs 25%

Only in Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Basil 46% Thyme 26%

Only in Surf Eau de Parfum

Rainwater 28% Green 23% Sage 23%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 42% vs 18%

Musk 14% vs 26%

Only in Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 24%

Only in Surf Eau de Parfum

Oakmoss 28% Guaiac Wood 27%

Accords

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum Surf Eau de Parfum

90%

Citrus

100%

76%

Aromatic

68%

67%

Fresh Spicy

54%

Green

46%

Aquatic

52%

Lavender

49%

Fresh

47%

40%

Herbal

45%

30%

Woody

30%

Sweet

Citrus shared

90%

100%

Aromatic shared

76%

68%

Fresh Spicy shared

67%

54%

Green shared

54%

46%

Aquatic

52%

Lavender

49%

Fresh

47%

Herbal shared

40%

45%

Woody

30%

Sweet

30%

Performance

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum Surf Eau de Parfum

Short (2-4h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Light

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

Bursting with zesty citrus and uplifting basil, this scent is perfect for spring and summer, offering a crisp breeze of freshness. The light composition feels too airy for cold winter days, while in fall it works as a subtle, clean daytime pick.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

The discreet projection and clean citrus-herbal profile make it ideal for office, casual and post-workout freshness. It is less suited to formal events or romantic evenings where a richer, more sensual fragrance is expected.

Surf Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office Date

Its fresh and clean profile, combined with reports of moderate projection and longevity, makes it suitable for casual wear and even the office. However, its lack of robust performance means it won't stand out for formal events or demanding date nights.