Shalimar Parfum Initial
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Side by side
Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron
Is Shalimar Parfum Initial better than Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron?
Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
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This match is computed by our similarity model. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Shalimar Parfum Initial and Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron?
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2011 | 2010 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Thierry Wasser | — |
| Best season | Fall | Summer |
Scent DNA
How do Shalimar Parfum Initial and Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron smell?
Shalimar Parfum Initial
Vanilla
Powdery
Woody
Citrus
Iris
Earthy
Caramel
Sweet
Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron
Powdery
Yellow Floral
Citrus
Vanilla
Sweet
Floral
Almond
White Floral
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Shalimar Parfum Initial and Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron share?
Top
BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
JasmineLemonRose
Heart
IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
HeliotropeVioletYlang-Ylang
Base
VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk
AmberMuskVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Shalimar Parfum Initial or Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron?
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Shalimar Parfum Initial and Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron?
The parfum concentration is richer than the EDT, yet the iris and caramel blend feels surprisingly light. Perfect for those seeking classic elegance without the weight.Shalimar Parfum Initial
Clean start. Tropical finish. The kind of warmth that doesn't need a reason. Heliotrope's powder does the heavy lifting; ylang-ylang adds the exotic undertone. Refreshing enough to open a window.Heliotrope Ylang Ylang Citron
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