Scandal Le Parfum
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2022 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
L'Eau d'Issey Intense
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A sultry gourmand powerhouse with a scandalous caramel-vanilla core, Scandal Le Parfum is unapologetically rich and seductive. It demands attention and is best reserved for cold nights and high-impact moments.
A luminous aquatic-floral that elegantly layers green posidonia with creamy ylang-ylang and smooth vanilla. Effortlessly modern, serene, and quietly sensual, it reinvents the L'Eau d'Issey DNA with a fresh, oceanic depth.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 30% | 30% |
| Fruity | 1% | 3% |
| Green | 3% | 10% |
| Sweet | 53% | 41% |
| Warm | 12% | 6% |
| Woody | 0% | 0% |
| Earthy | 6% | 6% |
| Animalic | 6% | 6% |
| Fresh | 10% | 20% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The syrupy caramel and rich vanilla are perfect for cold weather, making this a decadent choice for fall and especially winter, while its power can overwhelm in summer. It can work on cool spring nights but is rarely airy or breezy.
Occasions
This is a bold, seductive gourmand best suited for dates and nights out. Its projection and sweetness can be too much for the office or sporty settings, but it shines in formal events where statement scents are welcome.
Seasons
The composition balances aquatic freshness, green facets and creamy vanilla warmth, making it ideal for spring and summer, while the richer florals and vanilla allow for wear into early fall. It may feel too luminous and fresh for deep winter.
Occasions
Its radiant aquatic-floral signature feels uplifting and approachable for office, daytime, and dates, yet with enough depth for smart-casual occasions. The gentle projection is versatile but lacks the gravitas or power for formal or sporty settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Powdery accords and Vanilla notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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