Phtaloblue
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Artik Sea
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Phtaloblue is Tauer's most divisive creation to date, a love-it-or-hate-it aquatic that defies traditional blue fragrance expectations. It's a bold, artistic statement, but be warned: some find it an absolute scrubber, while others adore its unique, evocative qualities.
This marine beast is intensely divisive. While some find its icy, salty realism invigorating and artistic, others recoil from its overwhelming, almost 'biohazard' level of marine intensity. Go for this if you want to stand out, but be warned, it's not for the faint-hearted.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 13% |
| Floral | 18% | 17% |
| Fruity | 1% | 7% |
| Green | 20% | 16% |
| Sweet | 17% | 11% |
| Warm | 11% | 6% |
| Woody | 7% | 6% |
| Earthy | 6% | 12% |
| Animalic | 2% | 8% |
| Fresh | 31% | 31% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its strong projection and unique, sometimes challenging, profile make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its aquatic and fresh characteristics, coupled with reviews mentioning gym wear, make it ideal for casual and sport usage.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Given its 'nuclear' performance and strong, distinctive marine and salty accords, Artik Sea is far too assertive for the office. It's best suited for casual, outdoor settings or sport where its intense projection can be appreciated without overwhelming others. Some might find it suitable for a bold date night, though it's not universally appealing.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Marine, Aromatic, Citrus accords and Orange Blossom, Green notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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