Scandal Elixir Parfum vs Chic Shaik No 30 Eau de Toilette

Scandal Elixir Parfum

Jean Paul Gaultier by Fabrice Pellegrin, Bruno Jovanovic, Daphné Bugey

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Scandal Elixir Parfum

Scandal Elixir Parfum is a decadent cherry-topped gourmand that wraps you in a plush, syrupy cloud. Not for the shy, it commands attention with nuclear performance and a seductive, almost edible trail.

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Our Verdict - Chic Shaik No 30 EDT

A truly gorgeous, enveloping oriental that leans exotic and sweet. It's a rich, warm, inviting scent for those who love their gourmands with a touch of the opulent. If you're after a showstopper, this could be your new signature.

Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Scandal Elixir Parfum

Chic Shaik No 30 EDT

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 23% vs 23%

Only in Scandal Elixir

Blackberry 29% Pink Pepper 24% Blood Orange 24%

Only in Chic Shaik No 30

Passionfruit 47% Cardamom 30%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 15% vs 26%

Only in Scandal Elixir

Iris 20% Ylang-Ylang 17% Gardenia 17% Cinnamon 16% Orris 15%

Only in Chic Shaik No 30

Patchouli 47% Rose 27%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 32% vs 32%

Only in Scandal Elixir

Patchouli 39% Benzoin 29%

Only in Chic Shaik No 30

Tonka Bean 40% Ambergris 28%

Accords

Scandal Elixir Chic Shaik No 30

Vanilla

100%

Warm Spicy

99%

95%

Sweet

82%

Amber

85%

Patchouli

82%

80%

Fruity

62%

80%

Gourmand

Aromatic

69%

Tropical

67%

Balsamic

65%

40%

Woody

64%

60%

Lactonic

Vanilla

100%

Warm Spicy

99%

Sweet shared

95%

82%

Amber

85%

Patchouli

82%

Fruity shared

80%

62%

Gourmand

80%

Aromatic

69%

Tropical

67%

Balsamic

65%

Woody shared

40%

64%

Lactonic

60%

Performance

Scandal Elixir Chic Shaik No 30

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Scandal Elixir

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

The dense, sweet-gourmand composition with black cherry, vanilla, and tonka bean makes it ideal for cold winter and crisp autumn weather where its richness and warmth shine. It's too opulent and heavy for summer, but can work in spring evenings.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its bold projection and decadent sweetness make it perfect for evening dates and formal occasions, but it can overwhelm in the office or sporty settings. Best suited for night outs or when you want to be noticed.

Chic Shaik No 30

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Spring Summer Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its rich, warm, and sweet character makes it poorly suited for office or sport. It truly shines for date nights and formal events, where its luxurious feel can make a statement without being overwhelming.