The Ingénue Cousin Flora
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Megamare
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A sparkling, effervescent citrus-musk with a modern British twist. Cousin Flora is pure sunlight in a bottle, lively and easygoing yet refined, perfect for anyone craving brisk freshness with a subtle, elegant backbone.
This is a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it monster that can clear a room or have people begging for its name. Recent batches are apparently dialled down, so older bottles (or nuclear strength pre-reformulation clones) are the true Megamare experience.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 28% |
| Floral | 3% | 7% |
| Fruity | 3% | 5% |
| Green | 1% | 8% |
| Sweet | 10% | 3% |
| Warm | 3% | 1% |
| Woody | 8% | 9% |
| Earthy | 1% | 5% |
| Animalic | 35% | 15% |
| Fresh | 41% | 48% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The bright and airy citrus-musk blend is ideal for spring and summer, offering a refreshing and sparkling presence that cuts through heat. Its lack of depth and warmth makes it less suited for colder months.
Occasions
The soft projection and clean freshness make this a perfect everyday or office scent, while the sparkling citrus can brighten up casual and daytime occasions. It is less suited for formal evening wear due to its light, breezy character.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Megamare's nuclear projection and longevity make it utterly unsuitable for office wear, as it's often described as a 'room-filler'. Its unique, challenging marine profile leans away from formal settings, but its strong presence can be intriguing for a confident date night or a bold casual statement. It could work for outdoor sport due to its 'oceanic' vibe, but apply very sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Fresh, Amber accords and Musk, Ambroxan notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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