Artisan
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Overdose
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper British farce - a brilliant citrus-floral opening swiftly followed by a disappearing act. You'll love the smell, but you'll curse the performance. A divisive affair, some swear by its unique charm, whilst others rate it as nothing more than an expensive air freshener.
Divisive, to put it mildly. Overdose is a true love-it-or-hate-it fragrance, with its bold, effervescent citrus opening setting the stage for a much-debated, challenging, and often off-putting ambergris drydown. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 20% |
| Floral | 20% | 19% |
| Fruity | 3% | 8% |
| Green | 10% | 10% |
| Sweet | 19% | 17% |
| Warm | 14% | 12% |
| Woody | 11% | 13% |
| Earthy | 6% | 10% |
| Animalic | 13% | 11% |
| Fresh | 18% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean citrus and white floral profile is non-offensive and ideal for close-quarters like the office, though its poor longevity means constant reapplication. It's perfect for casual wear, especially in hot weather, as it never projects too strongly. It lacks the gravitas for formal events and the bold presence for a date.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Given its strong performance and often overwhelming character, Overdose isn't ideal for office settings where subtlety is key. Its 'challenging' drydown could be problematic for formal events, but it shines in casual and active hot weather scenarios where its bold freshness can cut through the heat.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Musk, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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