The Hedonist Eau de Parfum bottle The Hedonist
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2021 Year 2014
££££ Price Tier ££
Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum bottle Santal Carmin

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Hedonist Eau de Parfum
This "Tygar-DNA" freshie is a crowd-pleaser that delivers a potent woody-citrus hit, though some find it a touch too familiar to justify the price. Expect compliments and a lively, modern scent bubble, but don't expect groundbreaking originality.
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Our Verdict - Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum
A creamy, slightly sweet sandalwood that often draws comparisons to Baccarat Rouge 540 and has a polarising effect in the community. Some praise its elegance and warmth, while others find it too sweet or synthetic - but nearly everyone agrees it's a classy scent for cooler weather.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 18% 15%
Floral 4% 3%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 4% 3%
Sweet 11% 19%
Warm 19% 15%
Woody 36% 34%
Earthy 12% 11%
Animalic 7% 10%
Fresh 15% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Hedonist EdP
Santal Carmin EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 52% vs 26%
Only in The Hedonist Eau de Parfum
Ginger 48%
Only in Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum
Saffron 46% Lime 28%
Only in The Hedonist Eau de Parfum
Akigalawood 58% Cedar 42%
Only in Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum
Sandalwood 45% Guaiac Wood 30% Musk 25%
Only in The Hedonist Eau de Parfum
Vetiver 36% Tonka Bean 35% Musk 29%
Only in Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 42% Cedar 30% Papyrus 28%

Accords

The Hedonist Eau de Parfum Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
74%
Citrus
47%
65%
Oud
49%
Warm Spicy
64%
Powdery
63%
60%
Aromatic
Vanilla
52%
46%
Fresh
Woody shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
74%
47%
Oud
65%
Warm Spicy shared
49%
64%
63%
60%
52%
46%

Performance

The Hedonist Eau de Parfum Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The Hedonist Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh, clean, and uplifting character makes it versatile for casual to date settings, with many reviewers noting its professional appeal for office wear. However, its strong projection, especially in the opening, might be too much for very formal or intimate sport activities.

Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and sophisticated, warm character make it suitable for office wear, provided it's applied lightly. For dates and formal events, its sensual depth and luxurious feel are perfectly suited, particularly in cooler months. It's a bit too refined for casual daytime, and definitely not one for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
88%
Accord
60%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Citrus accords and Bergamot, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The Hedonist Eau de Parfum
Santal Carmin Eau de Parfum
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