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Karma Eau de Parfum bottle Karma EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender M
1995 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Cool Water Into The Ocean Eau de Toilette bottle Cool Water Into The Ocean EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Karma EDP
Lush Karma is a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it scent that's either a fizzy orange dream or a messy hippie shop. It's potent and unapologetic, demanding attention whether you're ready for it or not. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but unforgettable if it clicks with you.
Statement
Our Verdict - Cool Water Into The Ocean EDT
Aquatic freshness paired with tropical citrus notes makes this fragrance refreshing for summer days.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Karma EDP
Cool Water Into The Ocean EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 33% vs 42%
Only in Cool Water Into The Ocean
Juniper 57%

Accords

Karma Cool Water Into The Ocean
100%
Citrus
70%
95%
Woody
40%
86%
Aromatic
Aquatic
80%
66%
Patchouli
58%
Conifer
56%
Balsamic
Fresh
50%
Herbal
50%
49%
Sweet
46%
Earthy
Citrus shared
100%
70%
Woody shared
95%
40%
86%
80%
66%
58%
56%
50%
50%
49%
46%

Performance

Karma Cool Water Into The Ocean
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Karma

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Karma's strong sillage and impressive longevity make it too potent for an office setting, but perfect for casual outings or dates where you want to make a statement. The unique, earthy-citrus blend is too unconventional for most formal events, but can shine in cooler weather or creative environments.

Cool Water Into The Ocean

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Its aquatic freshness and citrus elements make it ideal for warmer temperatures in spring and summer but less suitable for colder months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its moderate projection and light intensity make it apt for casual and versatile indoor settings like the office or a date, yet it's less suitable for formal events. The aquatic notes also offer a refreshing experience for light sports activities.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Karma EDP
Cool Water Into The Ocean EDT
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