Italian Summer Fig
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Galatea
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A beloved cult-classic fig from The Body Shop, this gem is a solid dupe for pricier niche options. Its fresh, green character and natural charm are adored, though its fleeting longevity is the main gripe. Grab it if you can find it, but prepare to reapply.
Prepare for a long haul: Galatea is a fruity-leather that demands serious maceration - we're talking months, maybe even a year - to reveal its full, genuinely impressive potential. Out of the box? Expect anything from plastic to burnt rubber.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 20% | 26% |
| Fruity | 13% | 7% |
| Green | 19% | 19% |
| Sweet | 20% | 17% |
| Warm | 17% | 9% |
| Woody | 16% | 17% |
| Earthy | 14% | 13% |
| Animalic | 7% | 11% |
| Fresh | 6% | 11% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its low sillage and poor longevity make it perfect for office wear or casual daytime use, where you want a pleasant but non-intrusive scent. It's too subtle for formal events and only moderately suitable for dates given its ethereal presence.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This powerful, long-lasting scent with moderate projection is too commanding for an office setting but perfect for dates and evening events. Its unique edgy character makes it a good fit for sophisticated casual outings, though definitely not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Fruity, Woody accords and Amber, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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