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Which Should You Buy?
Vicious Cacao is a divisive one. Some smell an intoxicating, sophisticated gourmand that demands compliments, while others get a weak, synthetic mess that vanishes before you've even properly settled into it. Definitely one to try before you buy.
Zara's Immortal Vanilla is a divisive beast: a budget-friendly dupe that either nails a sophisticated, salty vanilla or lands as a screeching, synthetic mess. It's a huge compliment-getter, but proceed with caution and a light hand.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 15% | 9% |
| Fruity | 12% | 9% |
| Green | 3% | 0% |
| Sweet | 35% | 38% |
| Warm | 25% | 24% |
| Woody | 9% | 5% |
| Earthy | 14% | 15% |
| Animalic | 6% | 8% |
| Fresh | 6% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This perfume is best suited for colder weather evenings or intimate settings due to its gourmand nature and the rum accord. While some find its performance strong enough for a general casual occasion, many report it being a skin scent, making it less ideal for formal events or the office where a more universally appealing and less cloying scent profile is preferred.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode performance and strong sillage, particularly on clothes, it's more suited for social events rather than the office. Its sensual and inviting profile makes it ideal for dates, while the unique blend can work casually if applied sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Sweet, Caramel accords and Jasmine, Caramel notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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