Temptation Eau de Parfum bottle Temptation
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- Year 2018
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Mermaid Kisses Eau de Parfum bottle Mermaid Kisses

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Temptation
Victoria's Secret Temptation is a divisive one - some rave about its fresh, juicy apple, while others dismiss it as cheap and synthetic. It's a playful, uncomplicated mist perfect for when you just want a bit of a pick-me-up, but don't expect it to change your life.
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Our Verdict - Mermaid Kisses
Divisive doesn't even cut it. This is a notorious scrubber, universally panned for its artificiality and unpleasant scent profile. If burnt plastic and bleach are your thing, crack on. Otherwise, give it a wide berth.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 2%
Floral 32% 29%
Fruity 37% 39%
Green 29% 19%
Sweet 17% 21%
Warm 0% 0%
Woody 0% 0%
Earthy 0% 0%
Animalic 0% 0%
Fresh 29% 43%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Temptation EdP
Mermaid Kisses EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Apple 42% vs 20%

Accords

Temptation Mermaid Kisses
100%
Floral
100%
96%
Fruity
52%
93%
Green
42%
Aquatic
85%
71%
Fresh
84%
Floral shared
100%
100%
Fruity shared
96%
52%
Green shared
93%
42%
85%
Fresh shared
71%
84%

Performance

Temptation Mermaid Kisses
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Temptation

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and fruity profile makes it ideal for casual wear and sport, offering a clean, energising sensation. While some reviewers found it strong enough for dates, its limited longevity and lightweight nature mean it's less suited for formal events or a professional office setting.

Mermaid Kisses

Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Occasions

No strong occasion fit

Given the overwhelming negative sentiment and descriptions of this fragrance as 'revolting' and 'unpleasant smelling', it's entirely unsuitable for any occasion. Wearing this would likely offend those around you rather than enhance an experience.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
85%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
78%
Accord
79%
Key Similarities

Both share Floral, Fresh, Fruity accords and Apple notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Temptation
Mermaid Kisses
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