Zen Eau de Parfum vs Bergamot and Patchouli Eau de Parfum

Zen

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2007	Year	2024
££	Price Tier	££

Bergamot and Patchouli

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Zen

Zen is a divisive scent, polarising reviewers between a clean, fresh, and elegant vibe and something generic, sharp, or ‘old-lady-like’. If you're after a budget-friendly Coco Mademoiselle-adjacent experience, it's worth a sniff, but be aware of its poor performance for some.

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Our Verdict - Bergamot and Patchouli

If you're after a budget-friendly Aventus dupe that punches above its weight, this earthy, smoky take on the classic is a solid bet. It’s got a loyal following for its quality-to-price ratio, though it might not convert those seeking pure freshness.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	18%	12%
Floral	26%	29%
Fruity	13%	17%
Green	8%	13%
Sweet	16%	17%
Warm	5%	5%
Woody	14%	7%
Earthy	11%	13%
Animalic	6%	9%
Fresh	23%	26%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Pineapple 21% vs 30%

Bergamot 20% vs 39%

Only in Zen

Grapefruit 25% Orange 18% Rose 15%

Only in Bergamot and Patchouli

Blackcurrant 30%

Shared Notes

Lily Of The Valley 11% vs 100%

Only in Zen

Freesia 15% Red Apple 14% Lotus 13% Hyacinth 13% Gardenia 12% Violet 11% Orris 10%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 23% vs 40%

Musk 16% vs 31%

Amber 14% vs 28%

Only in Zen

Cedar 19% Incense 14% Pine 13%

Accords

Zen Bergamot and Patchouli

100%

Citrus

83%

62%

Fruity

100%

63%

Patchouli

93%

82%

Woody

84%

Musky

77%

Amber

72%

70%

Floral

51%

Powdery

65%

61%

Sweet

64%

50%

Warm Spicy

62%

58%

Fresh Spicy

60%

50%

Aromatic

Citrus shared

100%

83%

Fruity shared

62%

100%

Patchouli shared

63%

93%

Woody shared

82%

84%

Musky

77%

Amber

72%

Floral

70%

Powdery shared

51%

65%

Sweet shared

61%

64%

Warm Spicy shared

50%

62%

Fresh Spicy shared

58%

60%

Aromatic

50%

Performance

Zen Bergamot and Patchouli

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Zen

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and often subtle profile, coupled with moderate projection, makes it ideal for office and casual wear. While some find it elegant enough for dates, its limited longevity and lack of overt formality keep it from being a top choice for formal events.

Bergamot and Patchouli

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

Given its strong projection and earthy, bold character, it's a bit much for a formal office setting but perfect for dates or casual outings where you want to make a statement. The woody and fruity accords make it versatile for both day and night, leaning towards evening wear.