Enchanted Forest Eau de Parfum vs Paradox Eau de Parfum

Enchanted Forest

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	2017
££	Price Tier	£££££

Paradox

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Enchanted Forest

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Paradox

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Enchanted Forest

A divisive forest fantasy: Enchanted Forest either conjures a magical, photorealistic blackcurrant woodland or a cloying, cough-syrup mess. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent - no middle ground for this one.

Statement

Our Verdict - Paradox

This one's a divisive beast, a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Some reckon it's a classy, unique gem, whilst others find it a nauseating mishmash. Definitely not a safe blind buy, get your nose on it first.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	3%	2%
Floral	17%	20%
Fruity	12%	16%
Green	16%	19%
Sweet	20%	20%
Warm	15%	14%
Woody	14%	14%
Earthy	12%	9%
Animalic	4%	3%
Fresh	15%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Enchanted Forest EdP

Paradox EdP

Notes

Only in Enchanted Forest

Blackcurrant Leaf 15% Currant Blossom 11% Red Wine 11% Rosemary 10% Rum 9% Pink Pepper 9% Orange 9% Artemisia 9% Hawthorn 9% Aldehydes 9%

Only in Paradox

Fruity 57% Green 43%

Shared Notes

Rose 13% vs 25%

Only in Enchanted Forest

Blackcurrant 28% Vetiver 15% Coriander 15% Honeysuckle 14% Carnation 14%

Only in Paradox

Pepper 34% Lily Of The Valley 24% Jasmine 17%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 10% vs 19%

Only in Enchanted Forest

Fir Resin 15% Cedar 12% Oakmoss 11% Opoponax 10% Benzoin 10% Patchouli 10% Musk 10% Amber 10%

Only in Paradox

Labdanum 30% Sandalwood 28% Vetiver 23%

Accords

Enchanted Forest Paradox

100%

Fruity

65%

91%

Woody

100%

88%

Aromatic

56%

77%

Fresh Spicy

79%

46%

Amber

74%

66%

Green

62%

Warm Spicy

65%

White Floral

60%

58%

Soft Spicy

Rose

58%

57%

Floral

47%

Sweet

55%

44%

Fresh

Fruity shared

100%

65%

Woody shared

91%

100%

Aromatic shared

88%

56%

Fresh Spicy shared

77%

79%

Amber shared

46%

74%

Green shared

66%

62%

Warm Spicy

65%

White Floral

60%

Soft Spicy

58%

Rose

58%

Floral

57%

Sweet shared

47%

55%

Fresh

44%

Performance

Enchanted Forest Paradox

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Enchanted Forest

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its bold fruit and woody accords, combined with moderate projection and longevity, make it well-suited for casual or date nights where a unique, intriguing scent can shine. It's too distinctive and potentially overwhelming for office wear and lacks the fresh lightness for sport.

Paradox

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Given its strong character and mixed reception, Paradox leans towards date nights and formal occasions where its blend of woodiness and florals can make a statement. Its potent sillage means it's a bit much for everyday office wear, but its drydown is cleaner.