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Which Should You Buy?
A knockout gourmand for men, Scandal Pour Homme projects caramel swagger with a punchy sweetness and striking presence. If you crave attention and crave dessert, nothing else in the designer world hits quite like this.
A truly polarising beast, Incense 01 is either an exquisite, complex journey into frankincense, fig, and woods or a screeching, unblended disaster that smells like old spice rub or urine. Love it or hate it, its beast-mode performance is undeniable.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 14% | 6% |
| Floral | 4% | 6% |
| Fruity | 3% | 5% |
| Green | 16% | 13% |
| Sweet | 31% | 32% |
| Warm | 9% | 13% |
| Woody | 24% | 20% |
| Earthy | 17% | 13% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 10% | 11% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Best in fall and winter due to its heavy caramel, tonka, and sweet-ambery warmth, which could overwhelm in heat but feel inviting in cool weather. Spring is possible for evenings, but summer use is limited by the intensity and sweetness.
Occasions
Ideal for date nights and going out, where its powerful, sweet projection shines. Its loudness and gourmand nature make it less suitable for the office or sporty activities but can add drama to formal or casual occasions.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong projection make it unsuitable for an office environment unless applied very lightly. The rich, warm, and sophisticated profile, with its complex woody and sweet accords, is perfectly suited for cooler weather, formal events, and intimate date nights. Be cautious with casual wear due to its intensity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Aromatic, Amber accords
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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