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Philosykos Eau de Parfum bottle Philosykos EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
U Gender U
2012 Year 1996
££ Price Tier £
Fig Leaf Cologne bottle Fig Leaf EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Philosykos EDP
The reference green fig fragrance: airy, creamy, and evocative of Mediterranean groves. Philosykos EDP is sophisticated yet casual, never cloying, and perfectly balanced for those who want freshness with soul.
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Our Verdict - Fig Leaf EDC
Realistically green and delightfully fresh, Demeter Fig Leaf nails the earthy, lactonic essence of a fig tree, despite its famously fleeting nature. A true-to-life scent, just be ready to reapply often.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Philosykos EDP
Fig Leaf EDC

Notes

Philosykos
Fig Leaf
Shared Notes
Fig Leaf 50% vs 100%
Only in Philosykos
Fig 50%
Only in Philosykos
Green 52% Coconut 48%
Only in Fig Leaf
Fig 100%

Accords

Philosykos Fig Leaf
100%
Green
100%
85%
Woody
65%
50%
Fresh
79%
70%
Fruity
77%
40%
Sweet
74%
55%
Lactonic
51%
Green shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
85%
65%
Fresh shared
50%
79%
Fruity shared
70%
77%
Sweet shared
40%
74%
Lactonic shared
55%
51%

Performance

Philosykos Fig Leaf
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Philosykos

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Philosykos EDP shines in spring and summer when its green, airy, and lightly lactonic fig character feels most natural and refreshing. The lack of heavy sweetness or spices makes it less suited for cold winter or very chilly fall days.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its moderate projection and serene greenness work well for office and casual wear, as well as for relaxed daytime dates. The scent's subtlety is less suited to formal occasions or active sports settings, where something either more opulent or more energizing might be preferred.

Fig Leaf

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, green profile and intimate sillage make it suitable for casual wear or as an office-appropriate scent, as some reviews suggest. The short longevity means it's less ideal for long formal events or dates unless you're reapplying.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
84%
Key Similarities

Both lean green, woody, fruity

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Philosykos EDP
Fig Leaf EDC
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