Carbone de Balmain Eau de Parfum vs Vetiver Myth Eau de Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Carbone de Balmain EDT

This one's a divisive ghost of a perfume. You're either going to get a sophisticated, smoky resin masterpiece, or a very expensive pencil-shaving accord. Proceed with caution and don't blind-buy, even if it's discontinued.

Statement

Our Verdict - Vetiver Myth EDP

This one's a bit of a head-scratcher. Some find it intriguingly unique, almost gourmand, while others dismiss it as a dated, generic "men's cologne" and a weak dupe. Definitely not for everyone.

Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Carbone de Balmain EDT

Vetiver Myth EDP

Notes

Only in Carbone de Balmain

Pepper 33% Elemi 33% Ivy 33%

Only in Vetiver Myth

Green 33% Ginger 23% Pink Pepper 23% Violet Leaf 21%

Shared Notes

Incense 33% vs 37%

Only in Carbone de Balmain

Violet Leaf 33% Fig 33%

Only in Vetiver Myth

Tea 36% Osmanthus 27%

Shared Notes

Musk 33% vs 26%

Vetiver 33% vs 48%

Only in Carbone de Balmain

Benzoin 33%

Only in Vetiver Myth

Amber 24%

Accords

Carbone de Balmain Vetiver Myth

100%

Amber

57%

56%

Green

100%

89%

Aromatic

61%

80%

Balsamic

44%

77%

Warm Spicy

75%

Fresh Spicy

45%

71%

Woody

64%

Smoky

52%

64%

Fruity

57%

Ozonic

49%

Earthy

57%

Fresh

47%

Amber shared

100%

57%

Green shared

56%

100%

Aromatic shared

89%

61%

Balsamic shared

80%

44%

Warm Spicy

77%

Fresh Spicy shared

75%

45%

Woody shared

71%

64%

Smoky shared

64%

52%

Fruity

64%

Ozonic shared

57%

49%

Earthy

57%

Fresh

47%

Performance

Carbone de Balmain Vetiver Myth

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Carbone de Balmain

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 blend of incense, pepper, and woody notes makes it more suited for evenings and cooler weather. While some find it discreet enough for office wear, its unique and occasionally bold character leans towards date nights and formal events, with strong sillage reports making it less ideal for close quarters.

Vetiver Myth

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Its green, woody and aromatic composition leans towards autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Sport

Its generally weak longevity and moderate projection make it suitable for close-quarters like the office, or casual, personal wear. However, its 'cologne-y' aspect might feel dated in some formal or romantic settings.