9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum vs 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

9.0 Zara

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2015	Year	2007
£	Price Tier	££

05 Incense Extreme

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

A legendary cheapie, oft-compared to high-end designer fragrances, 9.0 Zara is a crowd-pleaser and absolute steal for its price. Prepare for heartbreak though, as Zara's fickle release schedule means it's frequently discontinued. If you spot a bottle, snap it up.

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Our Verdict - 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper divisive scent; folks either love its unique, dry incense profile or find it a bit too odd, like a 'wet stone in the sun' or even bug spray. It certainly challenges expectations of what an incense fragrance should be.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	12%	10%
Floral	12%	9%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	11%	7%
Sweet	10%	8%
Warm	29%	27%
Woody	27%	29%
Earthy	14%	16%
Animalic	2%	3%
Fresh	16%	11%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

9.0 Zara EdP

05 Incense Extreme EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Coriander 31% vs 55%

Only in 9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 35% Juniper 33%

Only in 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Petitgrain 44%

Only in 9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

Iris 44% Cardamom 30% Pepper 25%

Only in 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Incense 61% Orris 39%

Shared Notes

Amber 39% vs 26%

Cedar 32% vs 38%

Only in 9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 28%

Only in 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Woody 35%

Accords

9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

100%

Iris

55%

88%

Woody

100%

97%

Aromatic

66%

67%

Amber

92%

84%

Powdery

54%

76%

Fresh Spicy

72%

Warm Spicy

51%

Smoky

72%

66%

Earthy

65%

Violet Floral

Balsamic

58%

52%

Citrus

Soft Spicy

47%

Iris shared

100%

55%

Woody shared

88%

100%

Aromatic shared

97%

66%

Amber shared

67%

92%

Powdery shared

84%

54%

Fresh Spicy

76%

Warm Spicy shared

72%

51%

Smoky

72%

Earthy

66%

Violet Floral

65%

Balsamic

58%

Citrus

52%

Soft Spicy

47%

Performance

9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum 05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate projection and sophisticated iris-led profile make it ideal for dates and formal events. While suitable for casual wear, some find its slightly seductive nature a bit much for a conservative office environment, though it’s not an aggressive scent.

05 Incense Extreme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its unique, dry, and clean incense profile, coupled with a moderate sillage and often described as 'light' or 'subtle', makes it suitable for casual wear or even a daring date. However, its unusual character and sharp opening might be too polarising for conservative office settings or highly formal events. Most reviews highlight its refreshing nature and suitability for warmer weather, suggesting versatility for various everyday contexts.