Vetiver Extreme Eau de Parfum bottle Vetiver Extreme
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2007 Year 2016
££ Price Tier ££
Horizon Eau de Parfum bottle Horizon

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Vetiver Extreme
Guerlain's Vetiver Extreme is divisive. Many adore its earthy, smoky update to the classic, finding it modern and sophisticated, while others dismiss it as synthetic or fleeting. Nevertheless, if you love vetiver, this is a must-try, particularly if you find a good deal.
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Our Verdict - Horizon
Davidoff Horizon is a 'love it or hate it' situation thanks to its divisive performance. Some hail it as an absolute cheapie gem, while others are left wondering where it went. Definitely try before you buy a full bottle.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 14%
Floral 1% 0%
Fruity 0% 2%
Green 14% 10%
Sweet 16% 14%
Warm 29% 23%
Woody 23% 28%
Earthy 17% 22%
Animalic 1% 0%
Fresh 12% 14%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Vetiver Extreme EdP
Horizon EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pepper 32% vs 21%
Nutmeg 30% vs 16%
Only in Vetiver Extreme
Incense 37%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 48% vs 62%
Only in Vetiver Extreme
Cedar 27% Tonka Bean 24%
Only in Horizon
Cacao Pod 38%

Accords

Vetiver Extreme Horizon
100%
Aromatic
78%
75%
Fresh Spicy
100%
76%
Woody
90%
57%
Citrus
68%
56%
Earthy
52%
56%
Amber
48%
Warm Spicy
55%
54%
Herbal
49%
Smoky
Patchouli
48%
Cacao
44%
Aromatic shared
100%
78%
Fresh Spicy shared
75%
100%
Woody shared
76%
90%
Citrus shared
57%
68%
Earthy shared
56%
52%
56%
Warm Spicy shared
48%
55%
54%
49%
48%
44%

Performance

Vetiver Extreme Horizon
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Vetiver Extreme

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile for most settings, leaning slightly more casual or date-night appropriate due to its warm, inviting drydown. The fresh, clean vetiver makes it suitable for spring and summer, but the smoky-spicy elements also work well in cooler weather.

Horizon

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh and clean, albeit often subtle, character makes it suitable for office and casual wear. The variable performance, which many describe as weak, means it's less ideal for formal events or dates where strong projection is often desired, though some find it perfect for semi-formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
87%
Accord
79%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy accords and Pepper, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Vetiver Extreme
Horizon
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