Castley
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2025 | Year | 2016 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Homem Essence
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Castley is PDM's fresh, peppery office all-rounder. Love it or hate it, many find it a compelling, modern everyday scent. Despite the online drama, it’s a solid performer that elevates your day, though for some, it’s just another expensive, safe freshie.
Natura Homem Essence is a well-regarded, versatile BDC-adjacent scent that brings a fresh, appealing complexity. It's a reliable crowd-pleaser, particularly popular in Brazil for its solid performance and quality-for-price.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 24% | 24% |
| Floral | 10% | 5% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 6% | 4% |
| Sweet | 9% | 10% |
| Warm | 34% | 33% |
| Woody | 14% | 19% |
| Earthy | 9% | 9% |
| Animalic | 7% | 4% |
| Fresh | 17% | 20% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh spicy and citrus accords, combined with consistent community feedback on its suitability for professional settings, make it an excellent office and casual wear. While it has good performance, it remains inoffensive enough for various occasions, though perhaps a bit too energetic for truly formal events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This scent is highly versatile, with many reviewers noting its suitability for office and daily wear, especially in cooler environments or for air-conditioned settings. Its moderate sillage makes it appropriate for closer settings, while the fresh woody profile works for casual outings too.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Citrus accords and Pepper, Ginger notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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