Potion
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Safwa
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued gem divides opinion sharply; some hail it as a masterpiece, a rich, spicy amber with a unique medicinal-boozy twist, while others lament its poor performance and a scent that reminds them of church or cough syrup. Love it or hate it, DSquared² Potion has fervent fans missing its unique charm.
This is a thick, syrupy, deeply oriental scent that some find absolutely heavenly and others describe as 'intimate' despite its potency. Expect a sensual, long-lasting experience, but probably not for everyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 6% | 9% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 26% | 17% |
| Sweet | 14% | 15% |
| Warm | 31% | 24% |
| Woody | 13% | 21% |
| Earthy | 16% | 12% |
| Animalic | 8% | 6% |
| Fresh | 18% | 23% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy, and amber profile, combined with generally low projection, makes it ideal for intimate settings like dates and adaptable to cooler formal events. It's too heavy for sport and most offices, though some find it office-appropriate due to its close-to-skin nature.
Seasons
Occasions
Its intense warmth, powerful sillage, and exceptional longevity make it less suitable for office wear. However, these qualities, combined with its deeply sensual oriental character, make it perfect for intimate dates and formal evening events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Musky accords and Mint, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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