This Is Not A Blue Bottle Eau de Parfum vs Ray-Flection Eau de Parfum

This Is Not A Blue Bottle

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U	Gender	U
2015	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - This Is Not A Blue Bottle Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper head-scratcher. A love-it-or-hate-it enigma with a split personality - fresh and clean for some, a synthetic nightmare for others. Definitely test before you buy a full bottle.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Ray-Flection Eau de Parfum

Ray-Flection is a unique, divisive take on yellow florals, either a radiant, complex dream or an overwhelming, synthetic headache depending on your skin chemistry. It's a sunshine blast with a rich, sweet core that demands attention.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	13%	11%
Floral	18%	15%
Fruity	2%	2%
Green	3%	7%
Sweet	28%	19%
Warm	9%	13%
Woody	7%	9%
Earthy	11%	2%
Animalic	14%	18%
Fresh	21%	29%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Aldehydes 57% vs 37%

Only in This Is Not A Blue Bottle Eau de Parfum

Orange 43%

Only in Ray-Flection Eau de Parfum

Mandarin 34% Cardamom 29%

Only in This Is Not A Blue Bottle Eau de Parfum

Honey 55% Geranium 45%

Only in Ray-Flection Eau de Parfum

Mimosa 40% Solar Note 40% Violet Leaf 20%

Shared Notes

Musk 41% vs 30%

Only in This Is Not A Blue Bottle Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 34% Amber 25%

Only in Ray-Flection Eau de Parfum

Beeswax 45% Cedar 24%

Accords

This Is Not A Blue Bottle Eau de Parfum Ray-Flection Eau de Parfum

100%

Aldehydic

100%

84%

Musky

55%

Yellow Floral

79%

78%

Citrus

63%

64%

Powdery

78%

73%

Patchouli

73%

Fresh Spicy

71%

Honey

65%

71%

Sweet

69%

Fresh

54%

Beeswax

69%

60%

Amber

Warm Spicy

54%

Animalic

52%

Aldehydic shared

100%

Musky shared

84%

55%

Yellow Floral

79%

Citrus shared

78%

63%

Powdery shared

64%

78%

Patchouli

73%

Fresh Spicy

73%

Honey shared

71%

65%

Sweet

71%

Fresh shared

69%

54%

Beeswax

69%

Amber

60%

Warm Spicy

54%

Animalic

52%

Performance

This Is Not A Blue Bottle Eau de Parfum Ray-Flection Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

This Is Not A Blue Bottle Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Also Works:

Date Casual

Its potent projection and unique character make it a bit much for the office. However, its freshness and intriguing development mean it could work well for casual outings and even a daring date, but it's not a classic choice for formal events or sports.

Ray-Flection Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

While bright and fresh enough for casual daytime wear, its strong projection and distinct sweetness might be too much for an office setting. It shines in warmer weather and outdoor gatherings, making it an excellent choice for dates or spring/summer events, though it lacks the gravitas for formal evening affairs.