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Wonderwood Eau de Parfum bottle Wonderwood EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2010 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Essencial Intenso Eau de Parfum bottle Essencial Intenso EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Wonderwood EDP
A masterclass in woods, Wonderwood is a dry, textural, and smoky forest walk in a bottle. Unapologetically woody, it is both refined and a little enigmatic, for those who want their fragrance subtle yet distinctive.
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Our Verdict - Essencial Intenso EDP
A woody-spicy fragrance with a strong clean musk current, Essencial Intenso is a solid, classic masculine scent for those who appreciate a more traditional aroma. It's a crowd-pleaser that offers fantastic value, though some might find it a tad 'old school'.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Wonderwood EDP
Essencial Intenso EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pepper 36% vs 35%
Nutmeg 21% vs 35%
Only in Essencial Intenso
Cardamom 30%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 28% vs 58%
Only in Essencial Intenso
Musk 42%

Accords

Wonderwood Essencial Intenso
100%
Woody
100%
70%
Spicy
60%
Smoky
Aromatic
51%
Patchouli
51%
50%
Earthy
45%
Powdery
50%
40%
Resinous
Woody shared
100%
100%
70%
60%
51%
51%
Earthy shared
50%
45%
50%
40%

Performance

Wonderwood Essencial Intenso
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Wonderwood

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Wonderwood thrives in cooler weather where its dense woods, resins, and spices can unfold without becoming overpowering. It works in spring and especially shines in fall and winter, but its richness is too much for most summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

The moderate projection and dry, elegant woods make it versatile for office and smart-casual settings, while its mysterious undertone lends appeal for dates and dressed-up occasions. Not for sport or high-heat activities.

Essencial Intenso

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its moderate projection and clean character make it appropriate for office wear, as noted by several reviewers. The woody and spicy accords lend themselves well to formal events and date nights, while being versatile enough for casual settings without being too loud.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, earthy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Wonderwood EDP
Essencial Intenso EDP
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