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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Maysoon
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, so don't even think about a blind buy. When it works, it's a stellar tropical vibe, but for some, it's a scrub-off disaster of cleaning products and synthetic mess. Proceed with caution and a clear nose.
This is a divisive rose fragrance that some find uplifting and beautiful, while others find it aggressively old-fashioned or overly soapy. Approach with caution and definitely sample first, as your mileage may vary wildly.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 19% |
| Floral | 31% | 41% |
| Fruity | 14% | 16% |
| Green | 2% | 1% |
| Sweet | 31% | 29% |
| Warm | 2% | 0% |
| Woody | 2% | 0% |
| Earthy | 0% | 0% |
| Animalic | 18% | 17% |
| Fresh | 20% | 14% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense floral-musky character make it a poor fit for an office. It shines on a date or for casual wear where its bold, tropical sensuality can be appreciated. The strong sillage means it's definitely not for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Given its strong rose and musky notes, Maysoon is best suited for evenings or more formal events, excelling on a date night. Its potential 'monster' projection means it's less ideal for office wear, though some find it moderate enough if applied sparingly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Yellow Floral, Sweet accords and Coconut, Ylang-Ylang notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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