HM Eau de Parfum bottle HM
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1997 Year 1992
££ Price Tier ££
Minotaure Eau de Parfum bottle Minotaure

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - HM Eau de Parfum
This 90s gem is a divisive one. For some, it's a nostalgic, unique gourmand citrus with amazing performance. For others, it's a synthetic mess, too feminine, or just a sweet lemon bomb. Give it a whirl if you like a playful surprise, but probably not a safe blind buy.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Minotaure Eau de Parfum
This 90s classic is a frustrating tale of two perfumes. The vintage Minotaure is a complex, seductive masterpiece, while current versions are a watered-down shadow of their former self. Seek out the original, if you can, to experience its true charm.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 7%
Floral 29% 30%
Fruity 7% 7%
Green 14% 14%
Sweet 25% 25%
Warm 5% 10%
Woody 9% 9%
Earthy 10% 3%
Animalic 2% 6%
Fresh 19% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
HM EdP
Minotaure EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 27% vs 24%
Rose 22% vs 24%
Only in HM Eau de Parfum
Iris 28%
Only in Minotaure Eau de Parfum
Geranium 28%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 20% vs 19%
Tonka Bean 15% vs 19%
Sandalwood 12% vs 16%
Amber 12% vs 15%
Cedar 11% vs 13%
Only in HM Eau de Parfum
Dark Chocolate 15% Oakmoss 12%
Only in Minotaure Eau de Parfum
Musk 16%

Accords

HM Eau de Parfum Minotaure Eau de Parfum
100%
Vanilla
83%
76%
Aromatic
100%
86%
Citrus
77%
Woody
72%
71%
Powdery
69%
63%
Sweet
69%
60%
Amber
66%
62%
Fruity
65%
57%
Lavender
Aldehydic
57%
Green
55%
Vanilla shared
100%
83%
Aromatic shared
76%
100%
86%
Woody shared
77%
72%
Powdery shared
71%
69%
Sweet shared
63%
69%
Amber shared
60%
66%
Fruity shared
62%
65%
57%
57%
55%

Performance

HM Eau de Parfum Minotaure Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

HM Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

HM is best suited for casual and date settings due to its noticeable sweetness and gourmand leaning, making it potentially too strong for formal events or the office. Its performance can be quite robust, which, while great for socialising, limits its versatility for more discreet situations.

Minotaure Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

The vintage formulation's strong projection and longevity make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events. Modern formulations, with their weaker performance, could be worn more casually, though its rich character still leans away from daytime or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
87%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Vanilla, Woody accords and Rose, Lily Of The Valley notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

HM Eau de Parfum
Minotaure Eau de Parfum
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