Ananda
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2015 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ylang Ylang Nosy Be Extrait
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Which Should You Buy?
Ananda is the ultimate 'clean girl' scent - a gentle, inoffensive mimosa with a fruity shampoo vibe. It's divisive, with some finding it blissful and elegant, while others dismiss it as basic, overpriced soap water.
This Ylang Ylang Extrait is a perplexing blend; intensely rich and creamy but surprisingly lacking in the performance you'd expect from an extrait. It's a love-it-or-leave-it affair, with some finding it a bold, beautiful floral while others are left underwhelmed by its projection and longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 27% | 34% |
| Fruity | 24% | 28% |
| Green | 8% | 5% |
| Sweet | 36% | 40% |
| Warm | 5% | 4% |
| Woody | 3% | 0% |
| Earthy | 2% | 0% |
| Animalic | 14% | 14% |
| Fresh | 13% | 10% |
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Heart Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its gentle, inoffensive character and 'clean' aesthetic make it highly appropriate for office and casual wear. While pleasant for a date, its lack of bold projection means it wouldn't be the star. The fresh, delicate florals and musky drydown aren't well suited for formal events, and for sport it might feel a little too deliberate.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Despite being an extrait, community reviews suggest intimate sillage and moderate longevity, making it less disruptive for proximity. Its rich, sweet, and floral profile is best suited for evening wear or cooler weather events, lending itself well to dates and formal occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Yellow Floral, Fruity accords and Pear, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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