Sheer Beauty Eau de Parfum vs Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum

Sheer Beauty

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U	Gender	U
2012	Year	2011
££	Price Tier	££

Cosmic Radiance

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sheer Beauty Eau de Parfum

Calvin Klein's Sheer Beauty might be called 'Sheer' for its fleeting nature as much as its delicate scent profile. A pleasant, unassuming fruity floral with a sparkling Bellini kick, it's a solid choice for those who prefer their fragrance to be a subtle whisper, though many wish it had more staying power.

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Our Verdict - Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum

A divisive sibling to the original Radiance, Cosmic Radiance splits opinions between those who find its tart fruitiness refreshing and those who find it a 'cheap', 'headache-inducing' imitation. It's not groundbreaking but delivers a playful, sweet floral for the right chemistry.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	8%
Floral	31%	33%
Fruity	18%	20%
Green	4%	5%
Sweet	29%	38%
Warm	3%	6%
Woody	9%	6%
Earthy	0%	2%
Animalic	12%	11%
Fresh	17%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Only in Sheer Beauty Eau de Parfum

Bellini 37% Bergamot 34% Red Berries 30%

Only in Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum

Litchi 35% Pear 33% Mandarin 33%

Shared Notes

Peony 40% vs 21%

Jasmine 36% vs 24%

Only in Sheer Beauty Eau de Parfum

Lily 23%

Only in Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum

Tuberose 28% Gardenia 26%

Shared Notes

Musk 39% vs 24%

Sandalwood 31% vs 19%

Vanilla 28% vs 36%

Only in Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum

Amber 19%

Accords

Sheer Beauty Eau de Parfum Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum

100%

Fruity

79%

58%

White Floral

100%

78%

Floral

52%

74%

Fresh

67%

72%

Citrus

58%

69%

Vanilla

60%

65%

Sweet

55%

58%

Powdery

52%

58%

Musky

Tuberose

57%

51%

Fresh Spicy

Tropical

49%

Fruity shared

100%

79%

White Floral shared

58%

100%

Floral shared

78%

52%

Fresh shared

74%

67%

Citrus shared

72%

58%

Vanilla shared

69%

60%

Sweet shared

65%

55%

Powdery shared

58%

52%

Musky

58%

Tuberose

57%

Fresh Spicy

51%

Tropical

49%

Performance

Sheer Beauty Eau de Parfum Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sheer Beauty Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

This perfume's soft sillage and short longevity make it perfect for close-quarter settings like the office or gym, where subtlety is key. Its fresh, clean, and fruity-floral accords are universally appealing for casual daytime wear, though its light nature might struggle to make an impact on a formal evening out or a romantic date.

Cosmic Radiance Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office Date

Its moderate sillage and 'fresh floral' character make it suitable for office wear without being overpowering. The playful, sweet nature lends itself well to casual daytime wear, while its soft dry-down makes it acceptable for a relaxed date. The lack of significant depth or gravitas means it's less suited for formal events.