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    Iris Poudre vs. Essence Rare

    Clearly related
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    Iris Poudre rates higher with the community.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Iris Poudre vs. Essence Rare
    Iris PoudreEssence Rare
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20001928
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerPierre BourdonPaul Schving
    Best seasonWinterSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Iris Poudre

    Powdery
    Woody
    Iris
    Musky
    Violet
    Floral
    Earthy
    White Floral

    Essence Rare

    White Floral
    Powdery
    Rose
    Iris
    Woody
    Earthy
    Floral
    Vanilla

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    AldehydesBergamotOrangeYlang-Ylang
    BergamotIrisLily of the Valley
    Heart
    VioletLilyJasmineRoseMagnoliaOrris RootLeatherPeachCyclamen
    GeraniumRose
    Base
    IrisMuskSandalwoodVanillaTonka Bean
    CivetMuskOakmossTonka BeanVetiver

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Iris Poudre vs. Essence Rare
    Iris PoudreEssence Rare
    Score4/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    The aldehydes here aren't the shock-and-awe kind. They shimmer, they lift. And the iris? It's everywhere, not a cameo, not a supporting note. It's the whole point. Some call it soapy.Iris Poudre
    The civet and oakmoss give this a bite most modern florals avoid entirely. It's vintage in the way a great jazz record is vintage, not dated, just honest.Essence Rare

    The hunt

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Iris Poudre vs. Essence Rare
    Iris PoudreEssence Rare
    1.7 oz$205.09fragrancenet

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