Liam Blue Shine Eau de Parfum vs Akragas Extrait

Liam Blue Shine

Edp	Concentration	Extrait
U	Gender	U
2023	Year	2022
£	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Liam Blue Shine Eau de Parfum

This blue fragrance is a bit of a mixed bag; while the scent itself is widely praised as an excellent dupe for ADG Profondo, its staying power is undeniably divisive. Prepare to overspray and be patient, as it truly improves with 'maceration'.

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Our Verdict - Akragas Extrait

Akragas is the unsung hero of marine fragrances. It's a fresh, salty, and effortlessly sophisticated scent that will transport you to the Italian coast, even if a few find its opening a bit too powdery.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	9%
Floral	11%	11%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	10%	16%
Sweet	11%	15%
Warm	15%	7%
Woody	9%	12%
Earthy	17%	17%
Animalic	11%	8%
Fresh	33%	27%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Liam Blue Shine EdP

Akragas Extrait

Notes

Only in Liam Blue Shine Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 39% Rosemary 33% Pepper 28%

Only in Akragas Extrait

Myrtle 33% Seaweed 28% Neroli 22% Grapefruit 17%

Only in Liam Blue Shine Eau de Parfum

Sea Water 66% Violet 34%

Only in Akragas Extrait

Salt 30% Thyme 24% Geranium 23% Cedar 23%

Shared Notes

Musk 37% vs 21%

Patchouli 29% vs 30%

Only in Liam Blue Shine Eau de Parfum

Amber 33%

Only in Akragas Extrait

Benzoin 26% Vanilla 22%

Accords

Liam Blue Shine Eau de Parfum Akragas Extrait

100%

Aromatic

100%

92%

Fresh Spicy

80%

76%

Marine

63%

70%

Citrus

47%

Herbal

65%

55%

Woody

56%

51%

Powdery

Warm Spicy

50%

Patchouli

50%

48%

Salty

48%

47%

Musky

Aquatic

47%

Aromatic shared

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

92%

80%

Marine shared

76%

63%

Citrus shared

70%

47%

Herbal

65%

Woody shared

55%

56%

Powdery

51%

Warm Spicy

50%

Patchouli

50%

Salty shared

48%

Musky

47%

Aquatic

47%

Performance

Liam Blue Shine Eau de Parfum Akragas Extrait

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Liam Blue Shine Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, mass-appealing aquatic profile makes it highly suitable for casual and sport wear, often mentioned as an 'easy reach'. The lighter projection and short longevity, particularly before maceration, mean it’s office-safe but less ideal for dates or formal events where stronger presence is desired.

Akragas Extrait

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and moderate sillage make it suitable for a variety of daytime settings, especially casual and office wear. While not overly formal, its sophisticated drydown can work for relaxed date nights. It's a bit too light for a full formal affair but perfect for holidays or an active day.