Y Eau de Toilette vs Encens et Lavande Eau de Parfum

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Edt	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2022	Year	1996
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Y Eau de Toilette

A sparkling, modern aromatic fougère with crisp aldehydes, bright citrus, and a cool herbal heart. Y Eau de Toilette is the perfect everyday signature for those who want to feel invigorated, clean, and effortlessly stylish.

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Our Verdict - Encens et Lavande Eau de Parfum

This one's a Marmite scent - you'll either love its stark, realistic lavender and incense blend, or you'll be running for the hills. It's a clean, cold, and unapologetic take on two classic notes, proving that simplicity can hide profound depth. If you're after sweet and soft, look elsewhere; this is for those who crave austere elegance.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	14%	0%
Floral	16%	20%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	14%	16%
Sweet	11%	3%
Warm	14%	18%
Woody	9%	5%
Earthy	5%	10%
Animalic	7%	3%
Fresh	31%	30%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Y EdT

Encens et Lavande EdP

Notes

Heart Notes

Lavender Absolute 50% Sage 50%

Base Notes

Ambergris 28% Vanilla 25% Cedar 24% Frankincense 24%

Base Notes

Incense 25% Myrrh 25% Benzoin 25% Frankincense 25%

Only in Y Eau de Toilette

Aldehydes 35% Bergamot 35% Ginger 31%

Only in Encens et Lavande Eau de Parfum

Clary Sage 33% Juniper 33% Rosemary 33%

Only in Y Eau de Toilette

Lavender 38% Clary Sage 34% Geranium 29%

Only in Encens et Lavande Eau de Parfum

Lavender Absolute 50% Sage 50%

Shared Notes

Frankincense 23% vs 25%

Only in Y Eau de Toilette

Ambergris 28% Vanilla 25% Cedar 24%

Only in Encens et Lavande Eau de Parfum

Incense 25% Myrrh 25% Benzoin 25%

Accords

Y Eau de Toilette Encens et Lavande Eau de Parfum

Lavender

100%

95%

Fresh Spicy

51%

90%

Aromatic

58%

80%

Citrus

60%

Amber

77%

Smoky

72%

70%

Aldehydic

70%

Herbal

Balsamic

56%

Warm Spicy

51%

50%

Woody

Lavender

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

95%

51%

Aromatic shared

90%

58%

Citrus

80%

Amber shared

60%

77%

Smoky

72%

Aldehydic

70%

Herbal

70%

Balsamic

56%

Warm Spicy

51%

Woody

50%

Performance

Y Eau de Toilette Encens et Lavande Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Y Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

The crisp aldehydes and citrus, combined with aromatic herbs and clean woods, make Y Eau de Toilette especially suited for spring and summer, where its freshness and brightness shine. The subtle woody and resinous base allows for some versatility in early fall but lacks the heft for cold winter days.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date Formal

Y Eau de Toilette's moderate projection, vibrant freshness, and clean herbal undertones make it ideal for office and casual wear, as well as sporty occasions. Its energetic yet refined character can work on daytime dates, though it may lack the depth for formal or evening events.

Encens et Lavande Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its moderate sillage and clean, non-offensive aroma make it suitable for office wear. While not a typical 'date night' scent, its sophisticated and calming nature lends itself to more intimate, understated occasions. It's too refined for sport but versatile enough for casual and some formal settings, particularly where subtlety is valued.