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Indi Eau de Parfum bottle Indi EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender M
2017 Year 2023
£ Price Tier ££
Man Rain Essence Eau de Parfum bottle Man Rain Essence EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Indi EDP
Katy Perry's Indi is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a surprisingly nuanced celebrity scent that punches above its weight. Some rave about its cozy, musky warmth, others are left questioning if they actually hate musk after all. Definitely not for everyone, but a hidden gem for those it suits.
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Our Verdict - Man Rain Essence EDP
This one's a divisive freshie with a misleading name. Don't expect petrichor, but if you like musky tea and oranges, and don't mind reapplying often, Rain Essence might be your jam. Just be prepared for its fleeting nature and a steep retail price.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Indi EDP
Man Rain Essence EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Tea 35% vs 56%
Only in Man Rain Essence
Orange 44%
Shared Notes
Amber 26% vs 47%
Only in Man Rain Essence
Guaiac Wood 52%

Accords

Indi Man Rain Essence
100%
Musky
100%
Floral
94%
Citrus
86%
78%
Powdery
73%
Ozonic
77%
49%
Green
76%
71%
Amber
62%
70%
Woody
67%
Aquatic
70%
64%
Sweet
54%
57%
Fruity
56%
Vanilla
48%
Aromatic
48%
Fresh
Musky shared
100%
100%
94%
86%
Powdery shared
78%
73%
77%
Green shared
49%
76%
Amber shared
71%
62%
Woody shared
70%
67%
70%
Sweet shared
64%
54%
57%
56%
48%
48%

Performance

Indi Man Rain Essence
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Indi

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its intimate sillage and soft, comforting profile make it ideal for casual wear, bedtime, or the office where an inoffensive scent is preferred. The limited projection means it won't overpower, though some find it too faint to make an impact on a date or formal event.

Man Rain Essence

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Given its weak projection and light accords, Rain Essence is perfect for office wear or casual outings where discretion is key. Its freshness makes it suitable for sport, but it lacks the depth for formal events or the intensity for a romantic date.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
82%
Key Similarities

Both lean musky, powdery, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Indi EDP
Man Rain Essence EDP
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