Karma Eau de Parfum vs Yuja Cologne Eau de Parfum

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Karma Eau de Parfum bottle Karma EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
1995 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££££
Yuja Cologne Eau de Parfum bottle Yuja Cologne EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Karma EDP
Lush Karma is a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it scent that's either a fizzy orange dream or a messy hippie shop. It's potent and unapologetic, demanding attention whether you're ready for it or not. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but unforgettable if it clicks with you.
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Our Verdict - Yuja Cologne EDP
Yuja Cologne is a Jo Malone standout, offering a bright, juicy yuzu opening that transitions into a clean, woody dry-down. While some find its performance fleeting, its refreshing character and surprising depth have earned it a devoted following among those seeking a nuanced freshie.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Karma EDP
Yuja Cologne EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Fir Resin 24% vs 53%

Accords

Karma Yuja Cologne
100%
Citrus
100%
95%
Woody
98%
86%
Aromatic
90%
65%
Fresh Spicy
80%
66%
Patchouli
Green
62%
58%
Conifer
58%
49%
Sweet
58%
56%
Balsamic
Fresh
50%
Bitter
48%
46%
Earthy
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
95%
98%
Aromatic shared
86%
90%
Fresh Spicy shared
65%
80%
66%
62%
Conifer shared
58%
58%
Sweet shared
49%
58%
56%
50%
48%
46%

Performance

Karma Yuja Cologne
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Karma

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Karma's strong sillage and impressive longevity make it too potent for an office setting, but perfect for casual outings or dates where you want to make a statement. The unique, earthy-citrus blend is too unconventional for most formal events, but can shine in cooler weather or creative environments.

Yuja Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Given its fresh, clean, and moderate sillage, Yuja Cologne is perfect for casual wear, the office, or even a post-sport refresh. Its brighter accords and limited longevity mean it's less suited for formal events or a romantic date where more projection might be desired.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody, aromatic

Key Differences

Adds cedar and clary sage, drops cinnamon and elemi

Where to buy

Karma EDP
Yuja Cologne EDP
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