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Surf Eau de Parfum bottle Surf EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2018 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Cool Water Into The Ocean Eau de Toilette bottle Cool Water Into The Ocean EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Surf EDP
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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Our Verdict - Cool Water Into The Ocean EDT
Aquatic freshness paired with tropical citrus notes makes this fragrance refreshing for summer days.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Surf EDP
Cool Water Into The Ocean EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 31% vs 41%
Only in Cool Water Into The Ocean
Mandarin 35% Clementine 24%
Shared Notes
Sage 23% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 18% vs 42%
Only in Cool Water Into The Ocean
Juniper 57%

Accords

Surf Cool Water Into The Ocean
100%
Citrus
70%
52%
Aquatic
80%
68%
Aromatic
47%
Fresh
50%
45%
Herbal
50%
49%
Lavender
46%
Green
Woody
40%
Citrus shared
100%
70%
Aquatic shared
52%
80%
68%
Fresh shared
47%
50%
Herbal shared
45%
50%
49%
46%
40%

Performance

Surf Cool Water Into The Ocean
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Surf

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.

Cool Water Into The Ocean

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Its aquatic freshness and citrus elements make it ideal for warmer temperatures in spring and summer but less suitable for colder months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its moderate projection and light intensity make it apt for casual and versatile indoor settings like the office or a date, yet it's less suitable for formal events. The aquatic notes also offer a refreshing experience for light sports activities.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aquatic, fresh

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Surf EDP
Cool Water Into The Ocean EDT
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