90%
Very Similar
Noa Eau de Parfum bottle Noa
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
1998 Year 2008
££ Price Tier ££
Peony Eau de Toilette bottle Peony

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Noa
This 90s staple is divisive, with some finding it a comforting, clean skin scent reminiscent of Nivea or Dove, while others get a musty, baby-wipe, or even 'poopy' note. It's a subtle, intimate wear for those who appreciate its gentle allure.
Favourite
Our Verdict - Peony
This is a simple, refreshing floral that sadly, is no longer with us. It was a perfect, inexpensive pick-me-up for sunny days, praised for its fresh, natural scent, though its fleeting nature meant you'd be re-spraying often.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 1%
Floral 33% 32%
Fruity 8% 5%
Green 13% 17%
Sweet 24% 20%
Warm 10% 9%
Woody 8% 10%
Earthy 6% 4%
Animalic 8% 11%
Fresh 14% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Noa EdP
Peony EdT

Notes

Accords

Noa Peony
100%
Floral
100%
98%
White Floral
51%
Rose
96%
85%
Fresh
94%
91%
Musky
79%
Powdery
58%
78%
Green
69%
62%
Woody
62%
Warm Spicy
49%
60%
Sweet
58%
Vanilla
44%
Aromatic
47%
Floral shared
100%
100%
White Floral shared
98%
51%
96%
Fresh shared
85%
94%
91%
Powdery shared
79%
58%
Green shared
78%
69%
62%
Warm Spicy shared
62%
49%
60%
Vanilla shared
58%
44%
47%

Performance

Noa Peony
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Noa

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its intimate nature and clean, subtle projection make it perfect for casual wear, office environments, or even sports where you want a fresh scent without being overpowering. The low sillage and delicate accords mean it's less suited for formal events or prominent date nights, though many enjoy it as a comforting bedtime fragrance.

Peony

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, light, and unobtrusive floral profile, coupled with its generally short longevity, makes it a prime candidate for casual wear and daily refreshers like after a shower or during light sport. It would be perfectly suitable for an office setting where something subtle is preferred, but lacks the longevity and gravitas for formal events or evening dates.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
86%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Floral, Fresh, Green accords and Rose, Lily Of The Valley notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Noa
Peony
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