Femme
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2015 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Patchouli Intense
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Which Should You Buy?
Zara Femme is a surprisingly divisive cheapie; some adore its creamy, powdery vanilla as a cozy everyday scent, while others dismiss it as generic, too masculine, or even headache-inducing. Its poor longevity is a consistent sticking point, regardless of its budget-friendly appeal.
Seriously polarising, Molinard's "Patchouli Intense" is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect strong opinions - this is no shy wallflower. For true patchouli lovers, it’s an absolute stunner, but if sweet Gourmands aren't your jam, steer clear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 4% |
| Floral | 18% | 14% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 1% |
| Sweet | 35% | 33% |
| Warm | 7% | 7% |
| Woody | 17% | 24% |
| Earthy | 9% | 14% |
| Animalic | 8% | 17% |
| Fresh | 14% | 5% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its soft sillage and low longevity make it ideal for office and casual wear, where it won't offend. The warm, creamy accords lend themselves well to casual and date settings, though its lack of projection limits its impact for formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and inherent richness make it unsuitable for most office environments, but it shines on a date or for evening casual wear. The deep gourmand and woody accords lean away from formal events, with strong performance potentially overwhelming during sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Patchouli, Sweet accords and Sandalwood, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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