Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne bottle Lime Basil & Mandarin
Cologne Concentration Edp
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1999 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne
The iconic citrus-herbal cologne that defined a genre. Unmatched for sparkling freshness and breezy, modern elegance, but best enjoyed in close quarters due to its fleeting, subtle presence.
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Our Verdict - Rare Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper clean green machine. A beautifully natural, easy-going citrus aromatic that nails fresh without veering synthetic. Utterly dependable for a bright, optimistic lift.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 27% 28%
Floral 12% 5%
Fruity 3% 3%
Green 22% 36%
Sweet 9% 0%
Warm 4% 6%
Woody 20% 23%
Earthy 24% 15%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 20% 23%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne
Rare EdP

Notes

Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne
Rare Eau de Parfum
Shared Notes
Bergamot 32% vs 100%
Only in Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne
Lime 34% Mandarin 33%
Shared Notes
Basil 29% vs 100%
Only in Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne
Thyme 25% Lilac 22% Iris 22%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 52% vs 100%
Only in Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne
Patchouli 47%

Accords

Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne Rare Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
67%
75%
Fresh Spicy
100%
85%
Aromatic
87%
60%
Green
68%
45%
Herbal
52%
30%
Woody
44%
Citrus shared
100%
67%
Fresh Spicy shared
75%
100%
Aromatic shared
85%
87%
Green shared
60%
68%
Herbal shared
45%
52%
Woody shared
30%
44%

Performance

Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne Rare Eau de Parfum
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Its effervescent citrus, basil, and green herbal notes shine in warm weather, making it perfect for spring and summer refreshment. The light composition can struggle to cut through colder air, so it is less suited to fall and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport

Low projection and understated citrus-herbal character make it ideal for office, daytime dates, and casual outings, where discretion is key. Its freshness is also great post-exercise or for active wear, but lacks the weight for formal events.

Rare Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

With moderate performance and a soft trail, this fresh and clean aromatic is perfect for casual wear, the gym, or the office where it won't overpower. Its light nature makes it less suitable for formal events or a romantic date where something more impactful might be desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
87%
Accord
97%
Key Similarities

Both share Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Green accords and Basil, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne
Rare Eau de Parfum
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