Isola Blu Eau de Parfum vs Citrus Riviera Eau de Parfum

Isola Blu

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2023	Year	2020
£££££	Price Tier	££

Citrus Riviera

ScentArt

A

Isola Blu

B

Citrus Riviera

Full Screen Compare

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Isola Blu Eau de Parfum

Divisive, expensive, and baffling. Isola Blu is either a luxurious citrus masterpiece, an elevated take on beloved classics, or an overpriced, short-lived cleaning product. Most agree it's great, but many find it derivative and not worth the hefty price tag.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Citrus Riviera Eau de Parfum

This is a seriously polarising citrus blast - you'll either love its sharp, realistic lemon and greenery, or find it smells like toilet cleaner or an offensive celery stalk. Expect a bold, fresh, and distinctly masculine-leaning experience, but don't hold your breath for beastly longevity.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	20%	21%
Floral	19%	14%
Fruity	13%	9%
Green	16%	15%
Sweet	16%	21%
Warm	9%	3%
Woody	7%	12%
Earthy	7%	13%
Animalic	7%	8%
Fresh	25%	20%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Isola Blu EdP

Citrus Riviera EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lemon 21% vs 30%

Only in Isola Blu Eau de Parfum

Lime 24% Bergamot 22% Lavender 17% Thyme 16%

Only in Citrus Riviera Eau de Parfum

Neroli 25% Mandarin 24% Fig 20%

Shared Notes

Orange Blossom 14% vs 14%

Jasmine 13% vs 11%

Only in Isola Blu Eau de Parfum

Apple 17% Blackcurrant 15% Champaca 14% Coconut 13% Lily 12%

Only in Citrus Riviera Eau de Parfum

Rainwater 19% Green 17% Eucalyptus 15% Strawberry 12% Immortelle 12%

Shared Notes

Musk 6% vs 25%

Patchouli 5% vs 22%

Tonka Bean 5% vs 23%

Only in Isola Blu Eau de Parfum

Cedar 8% Birch 7% Juniper 7% Grass 7% Ambergris 6% Pink Pepper 6% Amber 6% Oakmoss 6% Mate 5% Vanilla 5% Anise 5% Labdanum 5% Leather 5% Orris 5%

Only in Citrus Riviera Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 28%

Accords

Isola Blu Eau de Parfum Citrus Riviera Eau de Parfum

100%

Citrus

100%

78%

Aromatic

56%

69%

Woody

56%

66%

Fresh Spicy

46%

White Floral

58%

56%

Green

58%

49%

Fresh

57%

Aquatic

56%

48%

Sweet

54%

49%

Fruity

52%

49%

Amber

Citrus shared

100%

Aromatic shared

78%

56%

Woody shared

69%

56%

Fresh Spicy

66%

White Floral shared

46%

58%

Green shared

56%

58%

Fresh shared

49%

57%

Aquatic

56%

Sweet shared

48%

54%

Fruity shared

49%

52%

Amber

49%

Performance

Isola Blu Eau de Parfum Citrus Riviera Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Isola Blu Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal Sport

Its sophisticated, fresh-woody profile makes it suitable for various settings. While some find its projection moderate, others report it's beast-mode, so mindful application for the office is key. It's too refined for active sport but shines in casual, date, and smart-casual formal wear.

Citrus Riviera Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and energetic profile makes it perfect for casual and sport settings, though some find it a bit too assertive for close-quarters office wear. While projection is noted to be decent initially, many report relatively short longevity, limiting its formal and date night potential.