Not A Perfume Eau de Parfum vs Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum

Not A Perfume

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2010	Year	2019
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Not A Perfume Eau de Parfum

A skin-scent for minimalists and scent-shy, Not A Perfume is the ultimate in modern understated elegance. Its pure, hypoallergenic formula is both easygoing and quietly magnetic.

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Our Verdict - Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum

Divisive but adored, Parisian Musc isn't your average fluffy musk. Some get green fig straight off the tree, others a clean, woody balm. Either way, it's a sophisticated skin-scent amplifier for those who want to smell chic, not sweet.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	12%	2%
Fruity	0%	1%
Green	4%	0%
Sweet	2%	6%
Warm	6%	2%
Woody	24%	46%
Earthy	5%	8%
Animalic	24%	29%
Fresh	35%	20%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Top Notes

Cedar 100%

Heart Notes

Hedione 57% Iso E Super 43%

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Ambroxan 45% Cetalox 41% Musk 14%

Base Notes

Musk 43% Ambrettolide 32% Ambroxan 25%

Only in Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum

Cedar 100%

Only in Not A Perfume Eau de Parfum

Hedione 57% Iso E Super 43%

Shared Notes

Ambroxan 45% vs 25%

Musk 13% vs 42%

Only in Not A Perfume Eau de Parfum

Cetalox 41%

Only in Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum

Ambrettolide 32%

Accords

Not A Perfume Eau de Parfum Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum

80%

Musky

100%

95%

Amber

55%

85%

Woody

50%

Balsamic

Floral

47%

45%

Powdery

46%

40%

Fresh

Musky shared

80%

100%

Amber shared

95%

55%

Woody shared

85%

50%

Balsamic

50%

Floral

47%

Powdery shared

45%

46%

Fresh

40%

Performance

Not A Perfume Eau de Parfum Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Light

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Not A Perfume Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

Its clean, airy and minimalist amber-woody-musk character is ideal for spring and summer, never cloying or heavy. It lacks warmth or density for winter's cold, but can feel crisp and inviting on mild autumn days.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual Sport

With subtle projection, hypoallergenic composition, and a neutral, universally pleasant scent, it's perfect for office, casual, or active settings. Too understated for most formal events but effortlessly clean for daily use.

Parisian Musc Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its moderate sillage and soft, creamy musk profile make it suitable for office wear without being intrusive. The elegant and inviting character, often described as 'sexy' or 'chic', suits dates and casual outings perfectly. It's less suited for formal events due to its understated nature and not ideal for sport as it leans more toward sophisticated comfort than active freshness.