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Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued gem is a bittersweet memory for many, evoking a powerful nostalgia for the late 90s. While some feel it's dated or synthetic, the overwhelming sentiment is a longing for its unique, uplifting green freshness.
Perfume Parlour's Fourth Axis nods to Escentric Molecules Escentric 04 - the grapefruit-and-juniper opening over a soft osmanthus-woody heart reads cleanly, but the dupe smooths out the radiant Iso E Super hum and woody-fruity nuance that gives the original its airy signature.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, green, and clean profile makes it ideal for casual wear, spring days, and even sport. The moderate projection means it's generally office-safe, and while it's uplifting, it might lack the gravitas for formal events.
Seasons
The bright grapefruit-juniper opening and airy woody heart feel freshest in spring and summer, carrying into early autumn before the cold mutes it.
Occasions
Clean and unisex enough for the office or daily wear, with enough character for a casual date; too understated for formal settings.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean green, citrus, fresh
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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