des Jardins Eau de Toilette vs Surf Eau de Parfum

des Jardins

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2010	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

Surf

ScentArt

A

des Jardins

B

Surf

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - des Jardins Eau de Toilette

A refreshing, zingy citrus explosion that perfectly captures summer in a bottle, although some find it a bit too simple or generic to be truly memorable. It's an easy grab-and-go for those who love a natural, uplifting scent, but don't expect a powerhouse.

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Our Verdict - Surf Eau de Parfum

Surf is a bit of a controversial one, with folks divided on its similarity to Invictus and its overall performance. Some find it a decent, affordable option for everyday wear, while others dismiss it as a weaker clone with disappointing longevity.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	24%	31%
Floral	10%	5%
Fruity	4%	3%
Green	16%	21%
Sweet	7%	2%
Warm	5%	4%
Woody	17%	13%
Earthy	12%	19%
Animalic	6%	7%
Fresh	31%	29%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

des Jardins EdT

Surf EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Grapefruit 16% vs 31%

Bergamot 15% vs 33%

Lemon 13% vs 34%

Only in des Jardins Eau de Toilette

Citrus 21% Orange 17% Redcurrant Leaf 16%

Only in des Jardins Eau de Toilette

Mint 37% Rose 33% Bay Leaf 30%

Only in Surf Eau de Parfum

Rainwater 28% Lavender 26% Green 23% Sage 23%

Shared Notes

Musk 25% vs 26%

Patchouli 23% vs 18%

Only in des Jardins Eau de Toilette

Cedar 27% Vetiver 24%

Only in Surf Eau de Parfum

Oakmoss 28% Guaiac Wood 27%

Accords

des Jardins Eau de Toilette Surf Eau de Parfum

100%

Citrus

100%

63%

Aromatic

68%

58%

Fresh Spicy

54%

Aquatic

52%

51%

Green

46%

Lavender

49%

46%

Fresh

47%

45%

Woody

Herbal

45%

Citrus shared

100%

Aromatic shared

63%

68%

Fresh Spicy shared

58%

54%

Aquatic

52%

Green shared

51%

46%

Lavender

49%

Fresh shared

46%

47%

Woody

45%

Herbal

45%

Performance

des Jardins Eau de Toilette Surf Eau de Parfum

Short (2-4h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Light

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

des Jardins Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Summer

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Its light sillage and fresh, clean accords make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as it won't offend. However, its 'body mist' performance and bright scent mean it's less suited for formal events or a romantic date.

Surf Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office Date

Its fresh and clean profile, combined with reports of moderate projection and longevity, makes it suitable for casual wear and even the office. However, its lack of robust performance means it won't stand out for formal events or demanding date nights.