Potion Eau de Parfum vs Homem Verum Eau de Parfum

Potion

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2011	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

Homem Verum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Potion Eau de Parfum

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.

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Our Verdict - Homem Verum Eau de Parfum

This is the one if you're chasing that coveted Carolina Herrera CH Men vibe but want superior performance and a dash less sweetness. Users consistently praise it as a richer, more nuanced, and longer-lasting alternative.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	6%	12%
Fruity	0%	0%
Green	26%	22%
Sweet	14%	17%
Warm	31%	26%
Woody	13%	15%
Earthy	16%	11%
Animalic	8%	11%
Fresh	18%	16%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Potion EdP

Homem Verum EdP

Notes

Only in Potion Eau de Parfum

Angelica 35% Mint 32% Thyme 32%

Only in Homem Verum Eau de Parfum

Sage 36% Pepper 33% Nutmeg 31%

Only in Potion Eau de Parfum

Cinnamon 36% Pepper 27% Herbal 19% Rose 18%

Only in Homem Verum Eau de Parfum

Violet Leaf 47% Amber 28% Jasmine 24%

Shared Notes

Musk 19% vs 10%

Only in Potion Eau de Parfum

Amber 30% Cashmere Wood 30% Patchouli 21%

Only in Homem Verum Eau de Parfum

Suede 16% Copaiba Balm 12% Vanilla 11% Vetiver 11% Cashmeran 10% Iris 10% Cedar 9% Sandalwood 9%

Accords

Potion Eau de Parfum Homem Verum Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

73%

Woody

100%

54%

Powdery

90%

89%

Warm Spicy

83%

Musky

83%

78%

Cinnamon

71%

Fresh Spicy

60%

Ozonic

66%

57%

Aromatic

64%

Leather

58%

Aquatic

56%

47%

Balsamic

54%

Vanilla

51%

49%

Patchouli

Amber

100%

Woody shared

73%

100%

Powdery shared

54%

90%

Warm Spicy

89%

Musky shared

83%

Cinnamon

78%

Fresh Spicy shared

71%

60%

Ozonic

66%

Aromatic shared

57%

64%

Leather

58%

Aquatic

56%

Balsamic shared

47%

54%

Vanilla

51%

Patchouli

49%

Performance

Potion Eau de Parfum Homem Verum Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Potion Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

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.

Homem Verum Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

With strong projection and impressive longevity, Homem Verum is too potent for close-quarters office wear but perfect for dates as it's often described as 'cuddly' and a compliment-getter. Its woody, musky accords make it versatile for casual outings and less suitable for sports, while its warmth lends itself to smart casual or relaxed formal settings.