Series 3 Incense: Avignon Eau de Parfum vs Reve d'Ossian Eau de Parfum

Series 3 Incense: Avignon

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2002	Year	1900
££	Price Tier	££

Reve d'Ossian

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Series 3 Incense: Avignon Eau de Parfum

This is *the* reference for a pure Catholic church incense, bar none. It's divisive; some find it a meditative masterpiece, others a dusty, unwearable relic. Performance complaints are consistent, so be prepared to overspray or reapply.

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Our Verdict - Reve d'Ossian Eau de Parfum

Prepare for a proper church service in a bottle. This is a divisive one - some find it absolutely divine, a true masterpiece of atmospheric incense. Others reckon it's nothing short of nauseating. You'll either love or loathe its strong, unyielding character.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	3%	2%
Floral	8%	0%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	6%	4%
Sweet	15%	20%
Warm	29%	33%
Woody	14%	24%
Earthy	17%	18%
Animalic	6%	4%
Fresh	14%	8%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Series 3 Incense: Avignon EdP

Reve d'Ossian EdP

Notes

Only in Series 3 Incense: Avignon Eau de Parfum

Chamomile 36% Elemi 35% Aldehydes 29%

Only in Reve d'Ossian Eau de Parfum

Incense 56% Pine 44%

Only in Series 3 Incense: Avignon Eau de Parfum

Labdanum 51% Spicy 49%

Only in Reve d'Ossian Eau de Parfum

Guaiac Wood 17% Opoponax 17% Elemi 17% Cinnamon 17% Benzoin 17% Tonka Bean 17%

Shared Notes

Myrrh 13% vs 33%

Frankincense 13% vs 33%

Only in Series 3 Incense: Avignon Eau de Parfum

Incense 16% Cedar 11% Rosewood 10% Patchouli 9% Oakmoss 9% Vanilla 9% Musk 9%

Only in Reve d'Ossian Eau de Parfum

Tolu Balsam 33%

Accords

Series 3 Incense: Avignon Eau de Parfum Reve d'Ossian Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

100%

58%

Smoky

91%

58%

Woody

83%

67%

Balsamic

78%

48%

Aromatic

62%

61%

Warm Spicy

61%

Conifer

52%

Amber shared

100%

Smoky shared

58%

91%

Woody shared

58%

83%

Balsamic shared

67%

78%

Aromatic shared

48%

62%

Warm Spicy shared

61%

Conifer

52%

Performance

Series 3 Incense: Avignon Eau de Parfum Reve d'Ossian Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Series 3 Incense: Avignon Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date Casual

Its distinctive, churchy incense profile makes it a bold, unique choice, better suited for cooler weather and intimate or formal settings. Many reviews describe it as a 'personal' or 'meditative' scent, worn for oneself or for specific moods rather than daily public wear, especially given its variable projection.

Reve d'Ossian Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

Its potent projection and unique 'churchy' character make it less suitable for everyday office wear, though some find it acceptable in smaller doses. It's an excellent choice for a formal event or a chilly date night where its warmth and depth can truly shine, but too heavy for casual daytime use or sport.