Sea & Sun in Cadaques
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ming Shu
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This fragrance is a truly divisive aquatic-fruity. Whilst some rave about its Mediterranean summer vibe, others are convinced they've got a bad bottle, smelling anything from celery to sick. Definitely 'try before you buy' territory.
Yves Rocher's Ming Shu is a divisive aquatic floral. Some hail it as a fresh, nostalgic gem, while others dismiss it as a dated, weak imitation, a relic of '90s perfume trends. Expect a clean, inoffensive, but often fleeting experience.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 0% |
| Floral | 25% | 24% |
| Fruity | 20% | 12% |
| Green | 7% | 5% |
| Sweet | 20% | 20% |
| Warm | 5% | 1% |
| Woody | 11% | 14% |
| Earthy | 4% | 4% |
| Animalic | 11% | 7% |
| Fresh | 24% | 36% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its generally light performance and fresh, aquatic-fruity profile make it perfect for casual summer wear and sport. It would be an acceptable, though not outstanding, choice for the office, but its playful nature isn't suited for formal events or serious date nights.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, light, and unobtrusive nature makes it perfect for office or casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. However, its poor longevity and projection mean it wouldn't stand out for dates or formal events, though its freshness could suit a post-sport spritz.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Aquatic, Fresh accords and Lotus, Water Lily notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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