Man
| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Le Male Essence de
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive scent for sure. For some, it's a solid, sweet, and spicy crowd-pleaser that punches above its price point. For others, it's a screechy, synthetic hangover. If you like sweet-spicy with a bit of grape-soda quirk, it might be your affordable gem.
A truly divisive Le Male flanker. This 'grown-up' take on the classic is loved by many for its mature leather and vanilla, but others find it unremarkable or even harsh. Definitely not a blind buy unless you're chasing that discontinued hype.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 6% |
| Floral | 10% | 5% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 15% | 15% |
| Sweet | 22% | 17% |
| Warm | 24% | 32% |
| Woody | 5% | 7% |
| Earthy | 5% | 8% |
| Animalic | 14% | 17% |
| Fresh | 23% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its sweet, warm, and spicy profile, this fragrance leans heavily towards evening and cooler weather wear. While some reviews suggest casual daytime use, its strength and sweetness make it best suited for dates and social outings rather than the office or formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy, and leathery profile, coupled with moderate projection, makes it an excellent choice for dates or formal evening events. While some find it office-safe due to its toned-down sillage, its sensual nature might be too much for casual daytime wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Cinnamon, Aromatic, Vanilla accords and Lavender, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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