Philosykos
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1996 | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
L’Arbre de la Connaissance
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Which Should You Buy?
Diptyque's Philosykos EDT is a love it or hate it, hyper-realistic ode to the fig tree. Its delicate, green beauty is often overshadowed by its infamously poor longevity. If you want to disappear as quickly as you spray it, this is your scent.
This is a fiercely divisive fig fragrance that's either a verdant masterpiece or an instant scrubber. Those who love it adore its raw, green fig tree realism, while detractors find its opening too harsh or even chemical.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 11% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 16% | 14% |
| Green | 66% | 48% |
| Sweet | 13% | 16% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 5% | 13% |
| Earthy | 0% | 8% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 18% | 16% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its intimate nature and poor projection make it ideal for office wear, where it won't offend. However, this same lack of presence means it struggles for impact on dates or formal events, though its freshness suits casual and sport use.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its potent green opening and strong projection might be too much for a formal office setting, but it settles into a unique fig scent that's perfect for casual wear. Some reviewers note its impressive performance, making it suitable for occasions where you want to make a statement without being overtly 'dressy'.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Green, Fruity accords and Fig, Fig Tree notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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