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Royal Scottish Lavender Eau de Parfum bottle Royal Scottish Lavender EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender M
1856 Year 2003
£££££ Price Tier ££
Paul Smith Extreme Man Eau de Toilette bottle Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Royal Scottish Lavender EDP
This discontinued Creed is a classic barbershop scent, clean and fresh with a good dose of lavender. It's high quality, but don't expect beast-mode performance; it's a skin scent for many, though some find it office-appropriate.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT
Don't let the name fool you, there's nothing 'extreme' about this one. It's a fresh, unassuming scent that's loved by some for its clean simplicity, and dismissed by others as forgettably generic. Perfect for those who prefer their fragrance barely-there.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Royal Scottish Lavender EDP
Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 52% vs 38%
Only in Royal Scottish Lavender
Citrus 48%
Only in Paul Smith Extreme Man
Lemon 41% Cardamom 21%
Only in Royal Scottish Lavender
Lavender 100%
Only in Paul Smith Extreme Man
Nutmeg 36% Geranium 34% Rosemary 30%
Only in Royal Scottish Lavender
Sandalwood 41% Spicy 35% Vanilla 25%
Only in Paul Smith Extreme Man
Rosewood 39% Musk 32% Tonka Bean 29%

Accords

Royal Scottish Lavender Paul Smith Extreme Man
100%
Citrus
77%
73%
Fresh Spicy
100%
88%
Lavender
71%
Aromatic
88%
80%
Woody
52%
76%
Warm Spicy
50%
64%
Powdery
55%
Vanilla
46%
Fresh
Citrus shared
100%
77%
Fresh Spicy shared
73%
100%
88%
Aromatic shared
71%
88%
Woody shared
80%
52%
Warm Spicy shared
76%
50%
64%
55%
46%

Performance

Royal Scottish Lavender Paul Smith Extreme Man
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Royal Scottish Lavender

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Date Casual Formal

Its clean, fresh character and moderate sillage make it suitable for office wear, though some find it too light for broader appeal. The subtle nature means it wouldn't be overpowering in formal or casual settings, and a wedding guest also found it fitting.

Paul Smith Extreme Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its poor longevity and low sillage make it ideal for office wear or casual daytime use, as it's unlikely to offend. It's not strong enough for formal events or impactful date nights, but its fresh character suits the gym or quick errands.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Royal Scottish Lavender EDP
Paul Smith Extreme Man EDT
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