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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Terra
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Seriously, just buy Encre Noire. This clone is a bit pointless when the original is so affordable and does the job so well. You'll spend more time explaining this is a dupe than actually enjoying it.
This one is a divisive beast: some hail it as the ultimate masculine scent, raw and primal, while others dismiss it as a cheap imitation. If you're after a bold, earthy statement, Terra delivers, but it's not for the faint of heart or those craving mass appeal.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 10% |
| Floral | 3% | 12% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 18% | 13% |
| Sweet | 5% | 11% |
| Warm | 1% | 8% |
| Woody | 46% | 36% |
| Earthy | 15% | 12% |
| Animalic | 25% | 13% |
| Fresh | 18% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Its intensely woody and earthy profile makes it a bit too bold for a typical office setting. This fragrance sits better in cooler, more composed environments, lending itself to evening wear or formal occasions where its distinctive character can make an impression without overwhelming.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense, earthy-smoky character make it far too overpowering for an office setting and unsuitable for sport. It suits casual wear for those who want to make a statement, and can work for dates if you're aiming for an edgy, intriguing persona, though it's certainly not a crowd-pleaser. Formal events would be a push, unless you want to smell like you just emerged from a volcano.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Musky accords and Cypress, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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