PHI Une Rose de Kandahar
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a masterpiece, but she's not for everyone. PHI Une Rose de Kandahar is a polarising, complex rose, adored by many for its unique, warm, and sophisticated take on the classic floral, yet some find it too powdery, spicy or even reminiscent of baby products. Definitely try before you buy to see if it suits your skin.
This one's a divisive throwback. Some absolutely adore its sweet, dark fruitiness and mysterious edge, finding it surprisingly potent for a Bath & Body Works offering. Others find it overwhelmingly sweet, like 'cough syrup' or 'berry yogurt,' lacking the sophistication they sought.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 6% |
| Floral | 20% | 21% |
| Fruity | 8% | 14% |
| Green | 4% | 5% |
| Sweet | 32% | 28% |
| Warm | 17% | 18% |
| Woody | 8% | 9% |
| Earthy | 12% | 11% |
| Animalic | 10% | 10% |
| Fresh | 7% | 9% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its depth and complexity, combined with good longevity and moderate sillage, make it suitable for dates and formal events. While sophisticated, it might be a bit too rich for an everyday office setting, and certainly not for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong, sweet, and musky profile, which many reviews mention as long-lasting and noticeable, makes it less suitable for office wear. However, these same qualities, particularly the 'sexy' and 'seductive' aspects highlighted by users, position it perfectly for dates and evening casual outings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Fruity, Sweet accords and Rose, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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