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Ultraviolet Eau de Parfum bottle Ultraviolet EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
1999 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Ultraviolet Eau de Parfum bottle Ultraviolet EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ultraviolet EDP
This Y2K classic is divisive by design. Ultraviolet is not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get it' swear by its unique violet-pepper-apricot blend for a truly unforgettable scent. Just watch out for that dodgy atomizer.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ultraviolet EDP
Divain's take on Paco Rabanne Ultraviolet follows the same red-chili-pepper-to-amber arc, but wears thinner and quieter than the original: expect roughly half the longevity and a softer projection. A fair blind-buy for the family, not a true stand-in.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ultraviolet EDP
Ultraviolet EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pepper 19% vs 39%
Apricot 16% vs 28%
Coriander 16% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Violet 36% vs 29%
Osmanthus 21% vs 41%
Jasmine 20% vs 29%
Only in Ultraviolet
Rose 21%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 28% vs 31%
Amber 24% vs 42%
Cedar 22% vs 26%
Only in Ultraviolet
Patchouli 24%

Accords

Ultraviolet Ultraviolet
99%
Powdery
83%
Floral
60%
Oriental
80%
75%
Fruity
70%
Woody
45%
63%
Fresh
56%
Aromatic
55%
Vanilla
Spicy
55%
Amber
55%
99%
Floral shared
83%
60%
80%
75%
Woody shared
70%
45%
63%
56%
55%
55%
55%

Performance

Ultraviolet Ultraviolet
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ultraviolet

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent projection and longevity make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for making a statement on a night out or during casual events. While some find it too strong for formal settings, its unique character works well for those wanting to stand out.

Ultraviolet

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

Spiced, textured composition suits cold-weather daytime wear.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual

Distinctive but not too heavy, it works for office and daytime settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ultraviolet EDP
Ultraviolet EDP
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