Scandal Pour Homme Parfum vs Oceania Eau de Parfum

Scandal Pour Homme

Parfum	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2019	Year	2019
££	Price Tier	£££££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Scandal Pour Homme Parfum

A benchmark modern fougere that bridges classic barbershop refinement with contemporary freshness. Polished, versatile, and quietly commanding, it embodies understated luxury and effortless masculinity.

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Our Verdict - Oceania Eau de Parfum

Oceania is a supremely divisive one, praised by some as a fizzy, high-quality citrus masterpiece perfect for summer, while others label it an overpriced, generic cleaner or baby wipe scent. It’s either a freshie triumph or a total rip-off - there’s no middle ground here.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	19%
Floral	29%	30%
Fruity	2%	3%
Green	18%	16%
Sweet	15%	16%
Warm	9%	5%
Woody	10%	12%
Earthy	8%	8%
Animalic	6%	5%
Fresh	24%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Scandal Pour Homme Parfum

Oceania EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lavender 15% vs 14%

Lemon 15% vs 12%

Bergamot 14% vs 11%

Only in Scandal Pour Homme Parfum

Mint 15% Petitgrain 14% Tarragon 13% Basil 13%

Only in Oceania Eau de Parfum

Grapefruit 13% Lime 12% Mandarin 11% Rosemary 10% Thyme 9% Litsea Cubeba 8%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 26% vs 22%

Violet 24% vs 35%

Only in Scandal Pour Homme Parfum

Lily Of The Valley 26% Rose 23%

Only in Oceania Eau de Parfum

Geranium 22% Ylang-Ylang 20%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 8% vs 10%

Vetiver 7% vs 9%

Labdanum 6% vs 7%

Cedar 6% vs 10%

Musk 6% vs 10%

Sandalwood 6% vs 8%

Only in Scandal Pour Homme Parfum

Ambergris 8% Clove 8% Tonka Bean 7% Patchouli 7% Cardamom 7% Nutmeg 7% Rhubarb 6% Cashmere Wood 6%

Only in Oceania Eau de Parfum

Iris 11% Juniper 10% Galbanum 8% Benzoin 8% Vanilla 7%

Accords

Scandal Pour Homme Parfum Oceania Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

85%

75%

Citrus

100%

65%

Fresh Spicy

70%

50%

Woody

70%

60%

Green

Powdery

60%

Violet Floral

52%

Lavender

48%

45%

Mossy

Earthy

45%

30%

Amber

Aromatic shared

100%

85%

Citrus shared

75%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

65%

70%

Woody shared

50%

70%

Green

60%

Powdery

60%

Violet Floral

52%

Lavender

48%

Mossy

45%

Earthy

45%

Amber

30%

Performance

Scandal Pour Homme Parfum Oceania Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Scandal Pour Homme Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

The aromatic fougere structure with fresh citrus, mint, and herbal notes makes this vibrant for spring and fall, while moss, woods, and spices add enough depth for cooler weather. Not too heavy for summer, but best in moderate temperatures.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Versatile and refined with a clean, uplifting character, this fits office and date settings perfectly. Projection is moderate and never overwhelming, so it's suitable for both professional and casual occasions but less ideal for sporty or ultra-formal events.

Oceania Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office Date

Its fresh, clean profile makes it suitable for casual wear and sport, preventing it from being too heavy. However, its often-criticised average performance means it's less ideal for formal events where longevity is key. The clean nature makes it acceptable for office wear, but less impactful for a date.