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Which Should You Buy?
Vanilla Freak is a divisive gourmand. One sniff and you'll either be craving a bakery feast or running for the hills. Expect a full-on, lactonic sugar rush that's not for the faint of heart, unless you're a true vanilla freak.
This one is an absolute divider - either a realistic vanilla sponge or a synthetic nightmare. Blind buying this is a gamble, as its sweet, lactonic assault can be either heavenly or horrific depending entirely on your nose.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 68% | 70% |
| Warm | 20% | 13% |
| Woody | 1% | 0% |
| Earthy | 4% | 2% |
| Animalic | 7% | 1% |
| Fresh | 3% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and gourmand profile, Vanilla Freak is too potent for most offices or formal events. It's best suited for casual settings or intimate dates where its sweet, comforting embrace can be fully appreciated without overwhelming a room.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and often overwhelming sweetness, it's best suited for casual settings where its gourmand nature can shine without being intrusive. It's too bold for formal events and far too sweet for the office, risking offence rather than appeal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Lactonic accords and Vanilla, Almond notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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