DSQUARED² 2011 Edp

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Potion

by Annick Menardo

DSQUARED² Potion is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Annick Menardo. The fragrance opens with Mint, Angelica, and Thyme, settles into a heart of Rose, Pepper, Herbal, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Cashmere Wood, Musk, and Amber.

Our verdict on Potion: Favourite

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.
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
  • Cozy
  • Sophisticated
Potion Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 7%
Fruity 1%
Green 26%
Sweet 15%
Warm 32%
Woody 14%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best 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.

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About

Potion opens with a fresh, aromatic burst of mint and thyme, quickly yielding to a warming spicy heart where assertive cinnamon and pepper mingle with a soft rose. The drydown settles into a smooth, sensual blend of amber, cashmere wood, and musk, underpinned by earthy patchouli. It’s a warm, sweet, and subtly boozy composition, evoking a sense of cozy mystery.