Mercurial Cashmere Eau de Parfum vs Ylang-Ylang Eau de Parfum

Mercurial Cashmere

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2021	Year	2015
££	Price Tier	££

Ylang-Ylang

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Mercurial Cashmere

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Ylang-Ylang

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mercurial Cashmere

Mercurial Cashmere is a divisive one. Some find it a smooth, sophisticated marvel, while others smell a generic, even screechy designer dupe. Expect opulent sweetness, but be ready for a performance lottery - some get beast mode, others a fleeting whisper.

Favourite

Our Verdict - Ylang-Ylang

Surprisingly Chanel No. 5-esque, this Molton Brown scent is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect clean, musky vanilla with a whisper of florals rather than the bold ylang-ylang its name suggests. Those seeking a subtle, almost 'background' fragrance will appreciate its gentle charm.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	11%
Floral	26%	30%
Fruity	2%	3%
Green	4%	2%
Sweet	23%	27%
Warm	21%	21%
Woody	10%	11%
Earthy	5%	2%
Animalic	12%	12%
Fresh	13%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Mercurial Cashmere EdP

Ylang-Ylang EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Cardamom 35% vs 36%

Only in Mercurial Cashmere

Bergamot 33% Pink Pepper 31%

Only in Ylang-Ylang

Ginger 37% Tangerine 26%

Only in Mercurial Cashmere

Tuberose 32% Iris 26% Violet 22% Ambergris 20%

Only in Ylang-Ylang

Ylang-Ylang 49% Jasmine 27% Rose 24%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 19% vs 34%

Musk 14% vs 32%

Cedar 10% vs 32%

Only in Mercurial Cashmere

Caramel 19% Cashmere Wood 19% Tonka Bean 16%

Accords

Mercurial Cashmere Ylang-Ylang

100%

Vanilla

73%

Yellow Floral

100%

87%

Woody

98%

95%

Powdery

71%

83%

Amber

77%

Sweet

83%

82%

Musky

70%

80%

Tuberose

77%

Caramel

70%

White Floral

56%

68%

Violet Floral

Warm Spicy

68%

Fresh Spicy

62%

Citrus

58%

Vanilla shared

100%

73%

Yellow Floral

100%

Woody shared

87%

98%

Powdery shared

95%

71%

Amber

83%

Sweet shared

77%

83%

Musky shared

82%

70%

Tuberose

80%

Caramel

77%

White Floral shared

70%

56%

Violet Floral

68%

Warm Spicy

68%

Fresh Spicy

62%

Citrus

58%

Performance

Mercurial Cashmere Ylang-Ylang

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mercurial Cashmere

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

The rich, sweet and powdery accords, combined with reports of strong projection, make this less suitable for an office setting. It shines on dates and formal evenings due to its opulent nature, and can work casually when you want to feel put-together.

Ylang-Ylang

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Its delicate sillage and soft character make it suitable for office wear, yet it might be too subtle for a formal event or a date where you want to make a statement. The reviews highlight its elusive nature, often needing reapplication to be noticeable, reinforcing its suitability for close-quarter settings rather than high-impact occasions.