Penguin Eau de Parfum vs K Max Eau de Parfum

Penguin

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2024	Year	2019
££	Price Tier	££

K Max

ScentArt

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Penguin

B

K Max

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Penguin Eau de Parfum

Prepare for extreme polarising views; this either nails the 'cold' brief in an artistic, captivating way, or it's just a strange, synthetic mess. It's a challenging wear for many, but if you're seeking true niche artistry, this could be your new obsession.

Statement

Our Verdict - K Max Eau de Parfum

If you're after a budget-friendly Acqua di Gio Profumo vibe without the smoked incense, this could be your everyday hero. It's a crowd-pleasing freshie with a surprising depth that punches above its weight, especially if you can snag it on sale. While its performance splits opinion, it's generally seen as 'good enough' for its price.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	10%
Floral	4%	7%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	6%	9%
Sweet	9%	10%
Warm	21%	23%
Woody	17%	22%
Earthy	14%	12%
Animalic	18%	11%
Fresh	27%	21%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Penguin EdP

K Max EdP

Notes

Only in Penguin Eau de Parfum

Ozonic Notes 35% Ice 34% Juniper 31%

Only in K Max Eau de Parfum

Mint 16% Pepper 14% Rainwater 14% Citrus 13% Ginger 13% Pink Pepper 12% Grapefruit 10% Styrax 8%

Only in Penguin Eau de Parfum

Pink Pepper 37% Saffron 33% Labdanum 31%

Only in K Max Eau de Parfum

Leather 19% Frankincense 19% Juniper 17% Lavender 16% Violet 15% Cardamom 15%

Shared Notes

Musk 24% vs 11%

Sandalwood 21% vs 11%

Only in Penguin Eau de Parfum

Suede 28% Oakmoss 26%

Only in K Max Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 14% Amber Xtreme 14% Patchouli 13% Cedar 13% Elemi 11% Cashmeran 11%

Accords

Penguin Eau de Parfum K Max Eau de Parfum

100%

Ozonic

70%

Fresh Spicy

100%

98%

Musky

97%

Woody

75%

97%

Fresh

60%

90%

Aromatic

81%

71%

Powdery

44%

67%

Leather

67%

Mossy

Citrus

60%

58%

Earthy

Green

58%

Amber

55%

Warm Spicy

55%

Aquatic

50%

Ozonic

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

70%

100%

Musky

98%

Woody shared

97%

75%

Fresh shared

97%

60%

Aromatic shared

90%

81%

Powdery shared

71%

44%

Leather

67%

Mossy

67%

Citrus

60%

Earthy

58%

Green

58%

Amber

55%

Warm Spicy

55%

Aquatic

50%

Performance

Penguin Eau de Parfum K Max Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Penguin Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Also Works:

Date Casual

Its potent 'ice' opening and pronounced musky-ozonic character make it a bit much for a conservative office. However, its uniqueness and intriguing scent profile can be quite captivating for a date, offering a sophisticated edge. Though many find it wearable, its artistic, polar theme makes it less of an everyday casual reach.

K Max Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual Sport

Also Works:

Formal

Its moderate sillage and fresh, clean profile make it an excellent choice for the office and casual wear, as it won't offend. The warming dry down and 'fresh but mysterious' vibe also make it versatile enough for a daytime date, though perhaps not a super formal evening. Reviews highlight its versatility for almost any season and setting, but suggest its longevity isn't ideal for all-day formal events.