Eros Flame Eau de Parfum vs L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette

Eros Flame

Edp	Concentration	Edt
M	Gender	U
2018	Year	2005
££	Price Tier	££

L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Eros Flame Eau de Parfum

Eros Flame blazes with vibrant citrus and peppery spice, fusing the signature Eros DNA with a fiery, modern gourmand twist. A magnetic, crowd-pleasing scent that balances fresh punch and seductive warmth with bold projection.

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Our Verdict - L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette

This is a beloved, borderline legendary scent that people hoard bottles of. It's a rich, sophisticated gourmand that demands attention and respect, though it won't please everyone with its unique combination of anise and dark chocolate.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	18%	16%
Floral	18%	18%
Fruity	2%	4%
Green	10%	11%
Sweet	18%	21%
Warm	14%	13%
Woody	20%	14%
Earthy	11%	12%
Animalic	0%	1%
Fresh	14%	18%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Only in Eros Flame Eau de Parfum

Pepper 21% Mandarin 21% Lemon 21% Chinotto 19% Rosemary 18%

Only in L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette

Star Anise 40% Citrus 32% Elemi 28%

Only in Eros Flame Eau de Parfum

Geranium 34% Rose 34% Pepperwood™ 32%

Only in L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette

Tea 35% Jasmine 34% Neroli 32%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 16% vs 18%

Cedar 16% vs 15%

Patchouli 15% vs 23%

Only in Eros Flame Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 20% Tonka Bean 18% Oakmoss 14%

Only in L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette

Cacao Pod 28% Hibiscus 14%

Accords

Eros Flame Eau de Parfum L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette

60%

Warm Spicy

100%

65%

Woody

95%

Cacao

94%

80%

Citrus

60%

75%

Fresh Spicy

Patchouli

73%

Anis

71%

Soft Spicy

67%

Powdery

57%

Floral

56%

55%

Aromatic

Balsamic

55%

Warm Spicy shared

60%

100%

Woody shared

65%

95%

Cacao

94%

Citrus shared

80%

60%

Fresh Spicy

75%

Patchouli

73%

Anis

71%

Soft Spicy

67%

Powdery

57%

Floral

56%

Aromatic

55%

Balsamic

55%

Performance

Eros Flame Eau de Parfum L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Eros Flame Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

The vibrant citrus and aromatic opening makes Eros Flame suitable for spring, but the sweet vanilla and warm spicy-woody base give it excellent presence in fall and winter. It is intense for hot summer days but can work on cooler summer nights.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its bold projection and warm-sweet character make it a standout choice for dates and nights out. The richness and strength may be too assertive for the office or sporty occasions but works well for casual and some formal settings.

L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Given its strong projection and excellent longevity, this isn't one for the office, but rather best saved for evenings out or cooler weather special events. Reviews consistently highlight its elegance and suitability for formal occasions or dates, with many describing it as an autumn/winter staple.