So Elixir Eau de Parfum vs Bestium Extrait

So Elixir

Edp	Concentration	Extrait
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	££

Bestium

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - So Elixir Eau de Parfum

This one's a true classic, often compared to Coco Mademoiselle but with its own smoky charm. It's a confident, long-lasting scent; just go easy on the trigger if you want to avoid giving anyone a patchouli headache.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Bestium Extrait

Bestium is a divisive rose-oud scent that’s a hit or miss depending on your skin chemistry; for those it works on, it's a deep, dark, and sensual experience. For others, it's a harsh, almost petroleum-like nightmare. It’s certainly not for everyone.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	12%	11%
Floral	27%	29%
Fruity	2%	5%
Green	3%	2%
Sweet	27%	15%
Warm	13%	21%
Woody	12%	12%
Earthy	24%	24%
Animalic	5%	8%
Fresh	7%	7%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

So Elixir EdP

Bestium Extrait

Notes

Only in Bestium Extrait

Rose 42% Saffron 33% Bergamot 25%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 20% vs 34%

Incense 16% vs 34%

Only in So Elixir Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 19% Jasmine 19% Bergamot 14% Rose 10%

Only in Bestium Extrait

Osmanthus 31%

Accords

So Elixir Eau de Parfum Bestium Extrait

100%

Amber

95%

Oud

100%

90%

Warm Spicy

94%

89%

Patchouli

62%

58%

Rose

86%

82%

White Floral

77%

Balsamic

63%

74%

Woody

65%

Floral

71%

69%

Citrus

55%

68%

Vanilla

68%

Smoky

56%

Amber shared

100%

95%

Oud

100%

Warm Spicy shared

90%

94%

Patchouli shared

89%

62%

Rose shared

58%

86%

White Floral

82%

Balsamic shared

77%

63%

Woody shared

74%

65%

Floral

71%

Citrus shared

69%

55%

Vanilla

68%

Smoky shared

68%

56%

Performance

So Elixir Eau de Parfum Bestium Extrait

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

So Elixir Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its excellent longevity and strong projection make it a bit much for the office. However, its sophisticated and sensual profile positions it perfectly for dates and formal events, with some reviewers noting its versatility for day-to-night wear.

Bestium Extrait

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Winter

Also Works:

Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its strong performance and intense, dark accords, Bestium is best suited for evening formal events and dates, where its sensual nature can shine. It's too dominating for a typical office environment and not particularly fitting for casual wear or sport.