Challenge Eau de Parfum vs 5th Element Eau de Toilette

Challenge

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2009	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	£

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Challenge Eau de Parfum

This one's a mixed bag, offering an initial burst of zest that divides opinion. Some celebrate its clean, fresh simplicity, while others are less impressed by its fleeting nature and generic scent profile. It's a 'your mileage may vary' situation, so try before you buy.

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Our Verdict - 5th Element Eau de Toilette

Balanced and versatile, 5th Element's subtle fresh spiciness delivers a modern twist on a classic scent, perfect for everyday wear.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	31%	26%
Floral	6%	8%
Fruity	3%	3%
Green	10%	8%
Sweet	4%	7%
Warm	9%	15%
Woody	29%	27%
Earthy	7%	7%
Animalic	0%	0%
Fresh	28%	25%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Challenge EdP

5th Element EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lemon 40% vs 26%

Bergamot 25% vs 30%

Only in Challenge Eau de Parfum

Tangerine 34%

Only in 5th Element Eau de Toilette

Orange 23% Neroli 19%

Shared Notes

Lavender 29% vs 42%

Only in Challenge Eau de Parfum

Ginger 42% Violet Leaf 28%

Only in 5th Element Eau de Toilette

Cardamom 32% Pepper 26%

Only in Challenge Eau de Parfum

Teak 54% Ebony 46%

Only in 5th Element Eau de Toilette

Cedar 42% Sandalwood 32% Vetiver 26%

Accords

Challenge Eau de Parfum 5th Element Eau de Toilette

100%

Citrus

80%

55%

Fresh Spicy

90%

51%

Woody

70%

Floral

60%

47%

Aromatic

45%

Fresh

Citrus shared

100%

80%

Fresh Spicy shared

55%

90%

Woody shared

51%

70%

Floral

60%

Aromatic

47%

Fresh

45%

Performance

Challenge Eau de Parfum 5th Element Eau de Toilette

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Intimate

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Challenge Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Summer

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for casual and sports wear, especially in warmer weather, with many reviews noting it's perfect post-shower or for the gym. However, its often-criticised poor longevity and subtle sillage make it less ideal for formal events or dates where more presence is desired.

5th Element Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Spring Summer

The warm spicy and woody accords of 5th Element make it suitable for fall and spring when temperatures are moderate. It may be less ideal for the extremes of summer and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

With moderate projection and a subtle fresh spicy character, this fragrance works well in casual settings and for date nights. It's also appropriate for office wear, though may not stand out at formal events.