L'Occitan
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2005 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Boss Soul
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Which Should You Buy?
L'Occitan is a calm, spiced-up lavender that gets called natural and good quality by its fans, but slammed as musty-medicinal or simply *boring* by its detractors. If you're after a classic-leaning, understated lavender scent, this one's probably for you. Just don't expect it to last longer than a few hours.
Boss Soul is a divisive, discontinued scent that some rate as a masterpiece for its warm, spicy allure, while others dismiss it as forgettable and dated. Its biggest flaw? Performance, or lack thereof. A 'hug in a bottle' that fades far too quickly.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 10% |
| Floral | 7% | 5% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 5% | 7% |
| Sweet | 19% | 27% |
| Warm | 41% | 43% |
| Woody | 16% | 8% |
| Earthy | 8% | 7% |
| Animalic | 7% | 5% |
| Fresh | 11% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally poor longevity make it suitable for office wear where it won't overwhelm. The relaxing, clean aromatic profile lends itself well to casual settings. It's a bit too understated and short-lived for formal events or energetic sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy character and intimate sillage make it ideal for close encounters like dates. The short-lived performance and subtle projection mean it won't overwhelm an office, but it's not impactful enough for formal events or sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Musk, Nutmeg notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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