Joy Eau de Parfum bottle Joy
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1930 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Salt Eau de Parfum bottle Salt

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Joy Eau de Parfum
Joy is undeniably brilliant in its vintage formulation, a true masterpiece of potent florals. However, modern iterations often disappoint, leaving many to mourn the loss of its original grandeur. It's a divisive scent by today's standards, often described as 'dated' or 'old lady' by some, yet 'timeless' and 'luxurious' by others.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Salt Eau de Parfum
Divisive and wildly polarising, Ellis Brooklyn's Salt is either a compelling, clean, and unique take on 'beachy' or a cloying, chemical mess. It's a risk, but sometimes risks pay off in glorious, salty, sexy ways.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 2%
Floral 58% 42%
Fruity 1% 6%
Green 3% 12%
Sweet 25% 23%
Warm 0% 1%
Woody 12% 7%
Earthy 0% 2%
Animalic 21% 22%
Fresh 6% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Joy EdP
Salt EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 28% vs 55%
Only in Joy Eau de Parfum
Rose 43% Tuberose 28%
Only in Salt Eau de Parfum
Violet Leaf 45%
Only in Joy Eau de Parfum
Jasmine 51% Rose 49%
Only in Salt Eau de Parfum
Tiare Flower 59% Magnolia 41%
Shared Notes
Musk 54% vs 35%
Sandalwood 45% vs 23%
Only in Salt Eau de Parfum
Ambergris 41%

Accords

Joy Eau de Parfum Salt Eau de Parfum
100%
White Floral
78%
Amber
100%
52%
Musky
91%
Animalic
86%
54%
Woody
82%
79%
Rose
48%
Powdery
78%
55%
Yellow Floral
71%
45%
Sweet
69%
57%
Floral
64%
Ozonic
63%
54%
Tuberose
White Floral shared
100%
78%
100%
Musky shared
52%
91%
86%
Woody shared
54%
82%
79%
Powdery shared
48%
78%
Yellow Floral shared
55%
71%
Sweet shared
45%
69%
Floral shared
57%
64%
63%
54%

Performance

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

Season and Occasion Fit

Joy 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 Formal

Joy, particularly in its original strength, is a powerful floral. Its significant sillage and mature, complex character make it less suitable for casual or office wear, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement.

Salt Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

Its intimate sillage and clean-skin musk make it acceptable for casual office wear, though many reviewers state it becomes a subtle skin scent. The alluring, 'sex on a beach' vibe makes it perfect for dates or relaxed casual settings, while its unique, salty character could be interesting for an active day.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
88%
Accord
67%
Key Similarities

Both share Musky, Woody, Powdery accords and Ylang-Ylang, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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Joy Eau de Parfum
Salt Eau de Parfum
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