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Essence Eau de Parfum bottle Essence EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
F Gender F
2009 Year 2025
££ Price Tier ££
Maybe It's True! Extrait bottle Maybe It's True! Extrait

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Essence EDP
Essence is a clean, soapy, powdery musk that's decidedly divisive. You'll either get heavenly fresh linen or cheap laundry detergent. Performance is a mixed bag, but the bottle's a stunner.
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Our Verdict - Maybe It's True! Extrait
This isn't just another floral, it's a sophisticated whisper. It's for those who appreciate classic elegance without screaming for attention, a truly refined choice that oozes quiet confidence.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Essence EDP
Maybe It's True! Extrait

Notes

Essence
Maybe It's True!

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Only in Maybe It's True!
Rose 50% Lilac 50%
Shared Notes
Iris 50% vs 100%
Only in Essence
Rose 50%
Shared Notes
Musk 50% vs 60%
Only in Essence
Benzoin 50%
Only in Maybe It's True!
Amber 40%

Accords

Essence Maybe It's True!
100%
Musky
64%
48%
Floral
100%
96%
Powdery
70%
82%
Iris
64%
73%
Rose
81%
60%
Amber
47%
56%
Violet Floral
47%
Fresh
56%
51%
Earthy
Green
45%
Musky shared
100%
64%
Floral shared
48%
100%
Powdery shared
96%
70%
Iris shared
82%
64%
Rose shared
73%
81%
Amber shared
60%
47%
Violet Floral shared
56%
47%
56%
51%
45%

Performance

Essence Maybe It's True!
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Essence

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its undeniably clean and fresh profile makes it perfect for office or casual wear where an inoffensive scent is key, though its intimate sillage means it won't overwhelm. For dates, it's a 'second-skin' magnet, while for formal events, it might be too understated. It's also suitable for sport due to its 'fresh out of the shower' vibe.

Maybe It's True!

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its soft, powdery floral nature makes it perfect for daily wear, including the office, without being overpowering. It's versatile enough for a casual outing or a refined evening, though the gentle sillage might be lost in very boisterous formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean musky, powdery, iris

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Essence EDP
Maybe It's True! Extrait
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