Candid Eau de Parfum bottle Candid
Edp Concentration Other
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2022 Year 2022
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Cuba Authentic Mystic bottle Cuba Authentic Mystic

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Candid
If sweet, white floral gourmands are your thing, Candid absolutely delivers. It's a crowd-pleasing, playful dupe for Scandal, loved for its lasting sweetness and fantastic value. Don't expect subtlety though- this one is for making an impression.
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Our Verdict - Cuba Authentic Mystic
If you're hunting for a budget-friendly dupe, this one's a winner, especially for Gourmand lovers. It's an absolute steal for days you want a touch of sophistication without breaking the bank, though don't expect it to last 'til dawn.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 23% 12%
Floral 30% 32%
Fruity 11% 16%
Green 4% 9%
Sweet 33% 29%
Warm 4% 2%
Woody 6% 12%
Earthy 12% 14%
Animalic 3% 5%
Fresh 16% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Candid EdP
Cuba Authentic Mystic

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 34% vs 37%
Only in Cuba Authentic Mystic
Pear 63%
Shared Notes
Orange Blossom 38% vs 26%
Jasmine 35% vs 34%
Only in Candid
Rose 25%
Only in Cuba Authentic Mystic
Tuberose 40%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 38% vs 30%
Vanilla 32% vs 34%
Only in Candid
Tonka Bean 29%
Only in Cuba Authentic Mystic
Vetiver 35%

Accords

Candid Cuba Authentic Mystic
100%
White Floral
100%
84%
Patchouli
46%
81%
Vanilla
51%
Tuberose
64%
63%
Woody
55%
57%
Citrus
46%
55%
Sweet
52%
54%
Balsamic
52%
Earthy
49%
Fruity
50%
Aromatic
47%
White Floral shared
100%
100%
Patchouli shared
84%
46%
Vanilla shared
81%
51%
64%
Woody shared
63%
55%
Citrus shared
57%
46%
Sweet shared
55%
52%
54%
Earthy shared
52%
49%
50%
47%

Performance

Candid Cuba Authentic Mystic
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Candid

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - winter and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its strong sweetness and prominent white floral profile make it a bit much for a formal or professional office setting. However, its long-lasting and noticeable sillage are perfect for dates or casual outings where you want to leave a memorable impression.

Cuba Authentic Mystic

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and generally soft nature make it versatile for casual wear, or even a date, but it's not quite a powerhouse for formal events. The consensus on longevity suggests it's more of a body mist, making it an easy reach for everyday use rather than an office showstopper.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
93%
Accord
77%
Key Similarities

Both share White Floral, Patchouli, Vanilla accords and Jasmine, Orange Blossom notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Candid
Cuba Authentic Mystic
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