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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Tonka Sesame
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a deeply divisive fragrance that’s either a glorious gourmand fantasy or an unforgivable chemical mess. This isn't a safe blind buy, with some finding it a rich chocolate-hazelnut dream and others dismissing it as dusty cardboard or sickeningly sweet.
This one's a proper gourmand for those who like to smell edible, though not everyone's keen on the upfront roasted sesame. It's divisive; some love the unique nutty sweetness, while others find it a bit odd or sickly. Performance is on the lighter side, making it a stellar layering scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 8% | 4% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 55% | 53% |
| Warm | 16% | 14% |
| Woody | 15% | 14% |
| Earthy | 12% | 18% |
| Animalic | 1% | 0% |
| Fresh | 1% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top 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
Given its strong gourmand character and often reported moderate performance, it's best suited for date nights or casual, intimate settings where its subtle warmth can be appreciated. It's too rich and potentially distracting for an office environment and completely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its gourmand nature and intimate projection make it perfect for casual wear and dates, where its unique sweetness can be appreciated up close. It's a bit too 'foody' for formal events, and the subdued sillage isn't ideal for the office unless applied very sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Nutty, Sweet accords and Tonka Bean, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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