DSQUARED² 2013 EDT

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Potion Blue Cadet

by Mathilde Bijaoui

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DSQUARED² Potion Blue Cadet is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Mathilde Bijaoui. Potion Blue Cadet opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Canadian Fir Balsam and Canadian Hemlock, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Tonka Bean. DSQUARED²'s Potion Blue Cadet carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some rave about its understated freshness and woody depth, while others find it utterly forgettable and generic. Definitely try before you buy, as opinions are split.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Modern
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Potion Blue Cadet Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with a fresh, clean profile, make it suitable for casual daytime wear, especially in warmer weather, and even for light office or post-sport use. It's generally considered too understated for formal events and might lack the intrigue for a date night, though some appreciate its subtle charm.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Potion Blue Cadet opens with a bright, clean burst of citrus from bergamot, grapefruit, and mandarin, giving it an immediate lift. This fresh introduction soon transitions into a distinctive heart of Canadian fir balsam and hemlock, lending a unique resinous, green, and slightly woody character. The dry down settles into a comforting base of musk, cedar, and a hint of sweet tonka bean, leaving a clean, subtly woody trail that's ideal for warmer weather.

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