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Mercedes-Benz Cologne Cologne bottle Mercedes-Benz Cologne EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
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2016 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Citron 28 Eau de Parfum bottle Citron 28 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mercedes-Benz Cologne EDC
A cult classic discontinued in its prime, Mercedes-Benz Cologne is a sparkling citrus bomb. It's often touted as a superior, if harder to find, alternative to Dior Homme Cologne before it became a hot commodity itself. If you can snag a bottle, you're in for a treat.
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Our Verdict - Citron 28 EDP
An invigorating citrus fragrance that enlivens daily wear with its fresh, clean notes and moderate performance.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mercedes-Benz Cologne EDC
Citron 28 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Ginger 44% vs 36%
Only in Mercedes-Benz Cologne
Lemon Verbena 55%
Shared Notes
Musk 35% vs 33%
Vetiver 34% vs 26%
Only in Mercedes-Benz Cologne
Woody 30%
Only in Citron 28
Cedar 40%

Accords

Mercedes-Benz Cologne Citron 28
100%
Citrus
90%
52%
Fresh Spicy
70%
43%
Woody
50%
Herbal
50%
45%
Aromatic
42%
Musky
40%
Citrus shared
100%
90%
Fresh Spicy shared
52%
70%
Woody shared
43%
50%
50%
45%
Musky shared
42%
40%

Performance

Mercedes-Benz Cologne Citron 28
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Mercedes-Benz Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

This shines in casual settings and for sport due to its invigorating freshness and clean citrus accords. While generally light, reapplication is often needed for longer wear, making it less ideal for formal all-day events.

Citron 28

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Citron 28 features citrus and herbal notes that make it suitable for the mild temperatures of spring and fall. The freshness is less suited to the intense heat of summer or the cold of winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its moderate projection and fresh citrus profile, Citron 28 is apt for casual wear and the office. It may be understated for formal occasions and lacks the dynamics for sporty activities.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, fresh spicy, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mercedes-Benz Cologne EDC
Citron 28 EDP
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