Purple Haze Extrait bottle Purple Haze
Extrait Concentration Edp
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2022 Year 2023
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Rose Explosion Eau de Parfum bottle Rose Explosion

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Purple Haze
This polarizing scent has some calling it a creamy, gentle crowd-pleaser, while others recoil from a 'raunchy old-school rose'. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, so definitely try before you buy.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Rose Explosion
A beast of a rose fragrance here, so prepare for a floral detonation. It's a sweet, dark rose that's drawn comparisons to much pricier scents, making it a fantastic dupe that delivers exceptional performance. Don't expect subtlety, this one announces its presence.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 17%
Floral 34% 34%
Fruity 9% 4%
Green 2% 3%
Sweet 31% 32%
Warm 13% 21%
Woody 2% 2%
Earthy 3% 5%
Animalic 13% 6%
Fresh 16% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Purple Haze Extrait
Rose Explosion EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 25% vs 28%
Pink Pepper 22% vs 42%
Only in Purple Haze
Lemon 26% Litchi 26%
Only in Rose Explosion
Citrus 29%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 40% vs 36%
Rose 20% vs 63%
Only in Purple Haze
Orange Blossom 40%
Shared Notes
Amber 34% vs 53%
Vanilla 34% vs 46%
Only in Purple Haze
Musk 30%

Accords

Purple Haze Rose Explosion
100%
Citrus
100%
Rose
99%
86%
White Floral
63%
49%
Soft Spicy
73%
58%
Amber
63%
Floral
61%
58%
Vanilla
58%
55%
Powdery
54%
Musky
51%
Sweet
49%
50%
Fruity
50%
Fresh
50%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
99%
White Floral shared
86%
63%
Soft Spicy shared
49%
73%
Amber shared
58%
63%
61%
Vanilla shared
58%
58%
55%
54%
Sweet shared
51%
49%
50%
Fresh shared
50%
50%

Performance

Purple Haze Rose Explosion
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Purple Haze

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and enduring longevity make it unsuitable for tightly packed offices, despite its creamy undertones. It shines on dates or formal events where its sensuality and warmth can be appreciated, though some find it too 'old-school' for casual wear.

Rose Explosion

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong sillage, this fragrance is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overpowering. It's perfect for dates and evening events, but might be a bit much for the office or a casual daytime outing.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
91%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, White Floral, Vanilla accords and Amber, Vanilla notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Purple Haze
Rose Explosion
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