Is Perfume Parlour Hydro Scent For Women a dupe of Clinique Aromatics Elixir?

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Aromatics Elixir EDP

Aromatics Elixir is an uncompromising chypre that demands attention with its assertive, herbal-mossy character and vintage sophistication. Not for the faint of heart, but unforgettable for true lovers of classic perfumery.

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Our Verdict - Hydro Scent For Women EDP

Hydro Scent takes on Clinique's polarising 1971 Aromatics Elixir - that uncompromising herbal-chypre of clary sage, spiced florals and mossy incense. It captures the dramatic, old-school character convincingly, but the precious oakmoss-and-incense drydown loses some of the original's depth and famously immortal staying power.

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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Aromatics Elixir EDP

Hydro Scent For Women EDP

Notes

Shared Notes

Chamomile 13% vs 13%

Aldehydes 13% vs 13%

Clary Sage 12% vs 14%

Coriander 12% vs 12%

Geranium 12% vs 14%

Lemon Verbena 11% vs 12%

Rosewood 11% vs 9%

Bergamot 10% vs 10%

Shared Notes

Carnation 15% vs 16%

Rose 15% vs 15%

Ylang-Ylang 14% vs 14%

Orris 14% vs 12%

Jasmine 13% vs 12%

Tuberose 13% vs 12%

Orange Blossom 12% vs 14%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 17% vs 18%

Oakmoss 17% vs 20%

Incense 17% vs 16%

Vetiver 16% vs 16%

Sandalwood 15% vs 14%

Musk 14% vs 13%

Accords

Aromatics Elixir Hydro Scent For Women

100%

Aromatic

85%

90%

Woody

65%

80%

Earthy

70%

Warm Spicy

50%

70%

Herbal

60%

Floral

70%

65%

Mossy

60%

45%

Balsamic

Powdery

45%

40%

Fresh Spicy

Aromatic shared

100%

85%

Woody shared

90%

65%

Earthy

80%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

50%

Herbal

70%

Floral shared

60%

70%

Mossy shared

65%

60%

Balsamic

45%

Powdery

45%

Fresh Spicy

40%

Performance

Aromatics Elixir Hydro Scent For Women

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Potent

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Aromatics Elixir

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

The mossy, earthy, spicy chypre structure thrives in cool to temperate weather, making this ideal for fall and winter. Spring works for those who love vintage florals and boldness, but the density and lack of sweetness make it less suited for hot summer days.

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

This classic chypre's powerful sillage and complex character suit formal events and evening wear best. Its bold projection and vintage style can be polarizing in the office or casual settings.

Hydro Scent For Women