Scandal Elixir Parfum vs DKNY Be Tempted Eau de Parfum

Scandal Elixir Parfum

Jean Paul Gaultier by Fabrice Pellegrin, Bruno Jovanovic, Daphné Bugey

87%

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Scandal Elixir Parfum

Scandal Elixir Parfum is a decadent cherry-topped gourmand that wraps you in a plush, syrupy cloud. Not for the shy, it commands attention with nuclear performance and a seductive, almost edible trail.

Acquired

Our Verdict - DKNY Be Tempted EDP

This one's a proper "love-it-or-hate-it" affair. Some reckon Be Tempted is a hidden gem with a truly unique red berry and licorice twist, while others find it a synthetic, syrupy headache waiting to happen. You'll either adore its seductive depth or be utterly put off by its sweetness.

Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Scandal Elixir Parfum

DKNY Be Tempted EDP

Notes

Only in Scandal Elixir

Blackberry 29% Pink Pepper 24% Bergamot 24% Blood Orange 24%

Only in DKNY Be Tempted

Red Berries 28% Licorice 21% Apple 21% Redcurrant Leaf 16% Lemon 14%

Only in Scandal Elixir

Iris 20% Ylang-Ylang 17% Gardenia 17% Cinnamon 16% Jasmine 15% Orris 15%

Only in DKNY Be Tempted

Rose 38% Violet 32% Orange Blossom 30%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 39% vs 32%

Vanilla 32% vs 38%

Only in Scandal Elixir

Benzoin 29%

Only in DKNY Be Tempted

Myrrh 29%

Accords

Scandal Elixir DKNY Be Tempted

80%

Fruity

100%

95%

Sweet

73%

80%

Gourmand

Fresh

67%

Soft Spicy

63%

60%

Lactonic

Vanilla

58%

Balsamic

50%

Patchouli

49%

Rose

48%

Green

48%

40%

Woody

47%

Fruity shared

80%

100%

Sweet shared

95%

73%

Gourmand

80%

Fresh

67%

Soft Spicy

63%

Lactonic

60%

Vanilla

58%

Balsamic

50%

Patchouli

49%

Rose

48%

Green

48%

Woody shared

40%

47%

Performance

Scandal Elixir DKNY Be Tempted

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Scandal Elixir

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

The dense, sweet-gourmand composition with black cherry, vanilla, and tonka bean makes it ideal for cold winter and crisp autumn weather where its richness and warmth shine. It's too opulent and heavy for summer, but can work in spring evenings.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its bold projection and decadent sweetness make it perfect for evening dates and formal occasions, but it can overwhelm in the office or sporty settings. Best suited for night outs or when you want to be noticed.

DKNY Be Tempted

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual

Its initial strength, sweetness, and depth make it less suitable for the office or sport. However, the sensual and mysteriously sweet accords, combined with community sentiment about feeling 'sexy' and 'sassy', mark it out as a top choice for date nights and evening wear.