Essencial Elixir Eau de Parfum vs No. 33 Cologne

Essencial Elixir

Edp	Concentration	Cologne
U	Gender	U
2017	Year	2015
££	Price Tier	££

No. 33

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Essencial Elixir

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No. 33

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Essencial Elixir

This Brazilian gem is a darker, boozier take on CH Men Prive, delivering a smoother, more sophisticated, and frankly, better blended experience. It's a proper grown-up scent, perfect for making a statement without shouting. Top marks for luxury on a budget.

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Our Verdict - No. 33

Penhaligon's No. 33 is a deeply divisive scent, with some hailing it as a subtle masterpiece while others dismiss it as weak and forgettable. Its performance is a significant sticking point, though those who love it praise its refined, calming character.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	13%
Floral	13%	14%
Fruity	3%	2%
Green	12%	16%
Sweet	15%	14%
Warm	18%	21%
Woody	16%	13%
Earthy	13%	11%
Animalic	12%	6%
Fresh	17%	20%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Essencial Elixir EdP

No. 33 Cologne

Notes

Shared Notes

Grapefruit 10% vs 11%

Only in Essencial Elixir

Cardamom 14% Pepper 13% Pink Pepper 12% Mandarin 11% Lemon 10% Redcurrant Leaf 10% Juniper 10% Sage 10%

Only in No. 33

Clary Sage 17% Cypress 16% Bergamot 16% Coriander 15% Artemisia 13% Orange 13%

Shared Notes

Lavender 23% vs 13%

Violet 22% vs 8%

Geranium 18% vs 11%

Only in Essencial Elixir

Leather 36%

Only in No. 33

Cardamom 14% Pepper 10% Saffron 10% Ginger 10% Lily Of The Valley 8% Rose 7% Jasmine 7%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 13% vs 11%

Cedar 10% vs 13%

Musk 10% vs 14%

Vetiver 9% vs 11%

Oakmoss 9% vs 13%

Only in Essencial Elixir

Cognac 16% Benzoin 11% Sandalwood 10% Patchouli 9%

Only in No. 33

Tobacco 12% Tonka Bean 12% Amber 11%

Accords

Essencial Elixir No. 33

100%

Woody

62%

77%

Aromatic

100%

87%

Warm Spicy

64%

62%

Fresh Spicy

78%

69%

Leather

60%

Powdery

47%

58%

Vanilla

52%

Citrus

54%

52%

Animalic

49%

Amber

Herbal

49%

Lavender

48%

Soft Spicy

45%

Woody shared

100%

62%

Aromatic shared

77%

100%

Warm Spicy shared

87%

64%

Fresh Spicy shared

62%

78%

Leather

69%

Powdery shared

60%

47%

Vanilla

58%

Citrus shared

52%

54%

Animalic

52%

Amber

49%

Herbal

49%

Lavender

48%

Soft Spicy

45%

Performance

Essencial Elixir No. 33

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Essencial Elixir

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its strong sillage and prominent boozy-leather accords make it less suitable for office wear, but its elegant and warm profile is perfect for dates, evening events, and formal gatherings. The powerful projection can be invasive in close quarters, while its complex depth is wasted on casual sports.

No. 33

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its generally weak projection and close-to-skin nature make it ideal for office wear, where it won't offend. The subtle sophistication also suits formal and casual settings, though its lack of bold sillage makes it less impactful for dates or energetic activities.