Antidote Eau de Parfum bottle Antidote
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2006 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum bottle Xclusif Oud Bleu

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Antidote Eau de Parfum
This discontinued gem divides opinion yet commands cult status for its unique, multi-layered complexity. Antidote is either an intoxicating masterpiece or an unwearable scrubber, but rarely anything in between. Track it down for a sniff, if you dare.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
This is a seriously impressive Layton clone, with some even claiming it surpasses the original. It nails that sweet, spicy, and slightly mentholated DNA, offering beast-mode performance for a fraction of the cost. A must-try.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16% 10%
Floral 18% 21%
Fruity 3% 8%
Green 9% 9%
Sweet 18% 21%
Warm 21% 19%
Woody 11% 14%
Earthy 9% 8%
Animalic 5% 5%
Fresh 21% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Antidote EdP
Xclusif Oud Bleu EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 17% vs 13%
Mandarin 17% vs 14%
Only in Antidote Eau de Parfum
Cardamom 25% Mint 23% Grapefruit 17%
Only in Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Apple 27% Pepper 23% Lavender 21%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 11% vs 20%
Violet 10% vs 20%
Geranium 10% vs 26%
Only in Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Cardamom 33%

Accords

Antidote Eau de Parfum Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
96%
79%
Fresh Spicy
100%
84%
Aromatic
79%
81%
Woody
79%
77%
Amber
Vanilla
75%
69%
Powdery
73%
Fruity
67%
65%
Citrus
61%
Lavender
58%
60%
Smoky
55%
Balsamic
Fresh
54%
Green
49%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
96%
Fresh Spicy shared
79%
100%
Aromatic shared
84%
79%
Woody shared
81%
79%
77%
75%
Powdery shared
69%
73%
67%
65%
Lavender shared
61%
58%
60%
55%
54%
49%

Performance

Antidote Eau de Parfum Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Antidote Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate projection and complex, warm spicy nature make it an excellent choice for dates or formal events where it can be appreciated up close. While some find it office-appropriate, its depth and character might be a bit much for a typical workday.

Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Its potent projection and longevity make it a bit much for the office, risking olfactory fatigue for others. However, its sophisticated and alluring profile, praised repeatedly in reviews, makes it perfect for dates and evening events. It's too rich for sport, but versatile enough for casual wear in cooler weather.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
91%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Woody accords and Lavender, Violet notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Antidote Eau de Parfum
Xclusif Oud Bleu Eau de Parfum
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