Karma Eau de Parfum vs L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette

Karma

Edp	Concentration	Edt
U	Gender	U
1995	Year	2004
££	Price Tier	££

L' Bleue d'Issey

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Karma

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L' Bleue d'Issey

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Karma Eau de Parfum

Lush Karma is a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it scent that's either a fizzy orange dream or a messy hippie shop. It's potent and unapologetic, demanding attention whether you're ready for it or not. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but unforgettable if it clicks with you.

Statement

Our Verdict - L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette

A truly polarising scent; some call it a masterpiece, others a disaster. Expect a unique, raw interpretation of nature, not a crowd-pleaser. Not truly 'blue' despite the bottle, so don't expect a typical freshie.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	28%	19%
Floral	2%	7%
Fruity	6%	3%
Green	20%	18%
Sweet	9%	11%
Warm	9%	13%
Woody	22%	25%
Earthy	11%	14%
Animalic	0%	1%
Fresh	31%	23%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Karma EdP

L' Bleue d'Issey EdT

Notes

Shared Notes

Orange 45% vs 17%

Lemongrass 28% vs 15%

Only in Karma Eau de Parfum

Lavender 26%

Only in L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette

Rosemary 29% Lime 21% Mandarin 17%

Only in Karma Eau de Parfum

Pine 41% Lemon 33% Redcurrant Leaf 26%

Only in L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette

Cypress 19% Juniper 16% Ginger 13% Lavender 12% Pink Pepper 12% Star Anise 10% Rose 9% Nasturtium 9%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 33% vs 20%

Only in Karma Eau de Parfum

Fir Resin 24% Elemi 22% Cinnamon 21%

Only in L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette

Cedar 22% Oakmoss 20% Sandalwood 19% Amber 18%

Accords

Karma Eau de Parfum L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette

100%

Citrus

60%

95%

Woody

100%

86%

Aromatic

97%

65%

Fresh Spicy

88%

66%

Patchouli

58%

Conifer

57%

Warm Spicy

56%

Balsamic

49%

Sweet

46%

Earthy

40%

Citrus shared

100%

60%

Woody shared

95%

100%

Aromatic shared

86%

97%

Fresh Spicy shared

65%

88%

Patchouli

66%

Conifer

58%

Warm Spicy

57%

Balsamic

56%

Sweet

49%

Earthy shared

46%

40%

Performance

Karma Eau de Parfum L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Karma Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Karma's strong sillage and impressive longevity make it too potent for an office setting, but perfect for casual outings or dates where you want to make a statement. The unique, earthy-citrus blend is too unconventional for most formal events, but can shine in cooler weather or creative environments.

L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Date Sport

Its potent herbal and woody character, combined with reports of strong projection and long-lasting performance (for some), makes it less suitable for restricted office environments. However, its unique natural forest scent and versatility across seasons mean it fits well for casual outings, some date scenarios, and even certain formal settings where a distinctive aura is desired.