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West Indian Lime Cologne bottle West Indian Lime EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2007 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££££
Essentiel Eau de Parfum bottle Essentiel EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - West Indian Lime EDC
This is a clean, classic lime scent that evokes nostalgia for a bygone era, with a divisive streak for some who find it a bit too old-school or even synthetic. If you find a vintage bottle for a good price, snap it up.
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Our Verdict - Essentiel EDP
Essentiel combines modern freshness with classic sophistication, making it an excellent choice for the confident, contemporary man.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
West Indian Lime EDC
Essentiel EDP

Notes

Only in Essentiel
Pepper 100%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 35% vs 25%
Cedar 31% vs 29%
Only in West Indian Lime
Juniper 33%
Only in Essentiel
Patchouli 26% Musk 19%

Accords

West Indian Lime Essentiel
100%
Citrus
80%
74%
Fresh Spicy
90%
85%
Aromatic
80%
Woody
70%
Green
60%
Herbal
50%
45%
Sweet
Citrus shared
100%
80%
Fresh Spicy shared
74%
90%
85%
Woody shared
80%
70%
60%
50%
45%

Performance

West Indian Lime Essentiel
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

West Indian Lime

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and clean citrus-aromatic profile, often described as a 'barbershop in a bottle,' makes it excellent for casual wear or after a workout. While it's light enough for the office, its moderate longevity and sillage mean it won't overwhelm, and reviewers often mention wearing it casually.

Essentiel

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

Essentiel's warm and spicy accords make it suitable for cooler weather, but its citrusy freshness also allows for spring and lighter summer wear.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its balanced projection is ideal for office or date use, offering enough presence without overwhelming the space.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

West Indian Lime EDC
Essentiel EDP
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