de Protection
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | 1921 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Maja
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your grandma's rose. Eau de Protection is a divisive, gothic, metallic-edged rose that some adore for its unique bold character, while others find it unsettling or just plain weird. Definitely sample first, it's a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Maja (modern) is a subtle, spicy floral that's sadly a shadow of its vintage self. While the current formulation offers a pleasant, soft warmth, it's widely regarded as a pale imitation of the original's rich, complex allure. Expect a gentle whispers rather than a dramatic statement.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 10% |
| Floral | 25% | 26% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 2% | 7% |
| Sweet | 27% | 22% |
| Warm | 23% | 20% |
| Woody | 9% | 12% |
| Earthy | 15% | 17% |
| Animalic | 2% | 6% |
| Fresh | 9% | 11% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With its moderate sillage and good longevity, Eau de Protection is versatile but leans away from purely casual or sport environments. Its complex, dark rose character makes it suitable for date nights or formal events, though perhaps a bit too bold for a conservative office.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Its generally soft sillage and moderate longevity make it suitable for casual wear or an office setting where subtlety is key. The warm spicy and floral accords might be too comforting for strenuous sport, and its understated nature might get lost in a loud formal environment.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Floral accords and Benzoin, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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