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Which Should You Buy?
This is a bubbly, flirty fruity-floral that's undeniably pretty but sometimes lacks originality. Expect a sweet, playful vibe, but brace yourself for polarising musky ambroxan in the dry down that many find cheap or even 'plasticky'.
This is a seriously polarising scent, where its intense sweetness and unique character either hit just right or miss by a mile. It is a sugary monster that isn't for the faint of heart, or nose.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 6% |
| Floral | 25% | 26% |
| Fruity | 24% | 21% |
| Green | 8% | 8% |
| Sweet | 36% | 42% |
| Warm | 6% | 4% |
| Woody | 1% | 1% |
| Earthy | 1% | 1% |
| Animalic | 10% | 10% |
| Fresh | 14% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its sweet, fruity, and musky profile makes it great for casual settings and dates, with many reviewers noting its light and feminine feel. However, the divisive musky dry down and sometimes strong sillage could make it less suitable for formal events or the office.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong, dense, and potentially cloying nature, Forbidden Sugar is best suited for cooler weather and intimate settings like a date night. It's too overwhelming for an office or formal environment, and its sweetness makes it unsuitable for casual daytime wear in warmer conditions, let alone sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Powdery, Fruity accords and Coconut, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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