Desert Suave
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Upcycled Mandarin
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a unique masterpiece of spiced dates and orange blossom that'll transport you to exotic locales. For others, it's a cloying, syrupy mess reminiscent of grandma's kitchen or prune juice. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so sample first.
Don't let the name fool you - this one is a classic bait-and-switch. Advertised as a zesty mandarin, this turns rapidly into a sweet, almond-heavy gourmand. If you're after a citrus bomb, you'll be gravely disappointed. For almond-biscuit lovers, however, you might have found your jam.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 14% | 17% |
| Floral | 20% | 18% |
| Fruity | 5% | 11% |
| Green | 2% | 5% |
| Sweet | 34% | 26% |
| Warm | 21% | 16% |
| Woody | 11% | 7% |
| Earthy | 7% | 5% |
| Animalic | 2% | 1% |
| Fresh | 11% | 19% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong projection and gourmand nature make it too distracting for office wear, but its unique character and longevity are perfect for a memorable date or a formal event. It's too heavy for casual daytime use, although some wear it year-round. Several reviewers mention its impressive performance.
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
Its sweet and gourmand-leaning profile makes it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its cozy warmth is ideal for casual wear and might work for a relaxed date, though its poor longevity noted in reviews limits its versatility.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Sweet, Fruity accords and Orange Blossom, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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