Potion Eau de Parfum bottle Potion
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2011 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Lillipur Eau de Parfum bottle Lillipur

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Our Verdict - Potion
This discontinued gem divides opinion sharply; some hail it as a masterpiece, a rich, spicy amber with a unique medicinal-boozy twist, while others lament its poor performance and a scent that reminds them of church or cough syrup. Love it or hate it, DSquared² Potion has fervent fans missing its unique charm.
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Our Verdict - Lillipur
Lillipur is divisive, a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a strong, unapologetic star anise hit that delights some and repels others. Not a blind buy, but a unique, spicy experience if you're feeling adventurous.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 6%
Floral 6% 7%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 26% 17%
Sweet 14% 17%
Warm 31% 32%
Woody 13% 13%
Earthy 16% 13%
Animalic 8% 5%
Fresh 18% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Potion EdP
Lillipur EdP

Notes

Accords

Potion Lillipur
100%
Amber
100%
89%
Warm Spicy
75%
83%
Musky
57%
Aromatic
81%
78%
Cinnamon
51%
71%
Fresh Spicy
77%
73%
Woody
74%
Anis
58%
54%
Powdery
Floral
54%
47%
Balsamic
50%
49%
Patchouli
Amber shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
89%
75%
83%
Aromatic shared
57%
81%
Cinnamon shared
78%
51%
Fresh Spicy shared
71%
77%
Woody shared
73%
74%
58%
54%
54%
Balsamic shared
47%
50%
49%

Performance

Potion Lillipur
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Potion

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warm, spicy, and amber profile, combined with generally low projection, makes it ideal for intimate settings like dates and adaptable to cooler formal events. It's too heavy for sport and most offices, though some find it office-appropriate due to its close-to-skin nature.

Lillipur

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong opening of star anise and powerful projection mentioned by reviewers, Lillipur is too assertive for most office environments. It's better suited for evenings or casual wear where its unique character can be appreciated without overwhelming others, although some find it meditative enough for personal enjoyment at home.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
85%
Accord
77%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Cinnamon accords and Patchouli, Cashmere Wood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Potion
Lillipur
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