Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum vs L' Papier Eau de Toilette

Les Exceptions Over The Musk

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U	Gender	U
2014	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

The reference musk for those who crave subtlety and sophistication. Over The Musk is a cocoon of soft powder and clean woods, never animalic, always poised. Its gentle presence is as comforting as white cashmere on bare skin.

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Our Verdict - L' Papier Eau de Toilette

Diptyque's L'Eau Papier is a divisive but ultimately beloved skin scent, celebrated for its unique clean, cozy character by those who can smell it. Yet, for some, it's just a bit too odd or fleeting. Try before you buy, obviously, but if it works, you've found a truly special signature.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	19%	17%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	1%	3%
Sweet	15%	22%
Warm	12%	6%
Woody	20%	18%
Earthy	6%	10%
Animalic	32%	27%
Fresh	10%	6%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Top Notes

Ambrette 64% Pepper 36%

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Musk 40% Iris 24% Orris 16% Rose 12% Violet 8%

Heart Notes

Musk 35% Sesame 25% Mimosa 22% Woody 18%

Base Notes

Musk 44% Sandalwood 31% Cedar 25%

Base Notes

Only in Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

Ambrette 64% Pepper 36%

Shared Notes

Musk 40% vs 35%

Only in Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

Iris 24% Orris 16% Rose 12% Violet 8%

Only in L' Papier Eau de Toilette

Sesame 25% Mimosa 22% Woody 18%

Only in Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

Musk 44% Sandalwood 31% Cedar 25%

Accords

Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum L' Papier Eau de Toilette

100%

Musky

100%

80%

Powdery

90%

70%

Woody

61%

Yellow Floral

67%

60%

Floral

46%

Sweet

49%

Aromatic

45%

40%

Fresh Spicy

Musky shared

100%

Powdery shared

80%

90%

Woody shared

70%

61%

Yellow Floral

67%

Floral shared

60%

46%

Sweet

49%

Aromatic

45%

Fresh Spicy

40%

Performance

Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum L' Papier Eau de Toilette

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Les Exceptions Over The Musk Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Its musky-powdery core and soft woody base lend themselves beautifully to transitional seasons like spring and fall, while its subtlety and warmth make it wearable in winter too. Summer wear is possible but less ideal due to the heavier musky and powdery facets.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Over The Musk's intimate sillage and clean musky texture make it superb for the office, dates, and everyday wear, where subtlety is valued. It's less suited for sports due to its powdery, enveloping character, and its understated presence doesn't demand the formality of evening events.

L' Papier Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its intimate sillage and clean, inoffensive nature make it perfect for the office or casual wear, often described as a 'skin scent' that makes you 'smell nice' rather than a statement perfume. The general consensus on its softer projection means it's less suited for formal events or sports.