Quartz
MolyneuxEau de Parfum1977
Side by side
Quartz vs. Shocking You
Quartz wears longer on skin, while Shocking You projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Quartz | Shocking You | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Parfum |
| Launched | 1977 | 1976 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Raymond Chaillan | — |
| Best season | Summer | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Quartz
Fruity
Woody
Earthy
White Floral
Green
Floral
Mossy
Aromatic
Shocking You
Floral
Green
White Floral
Rose
Aromatic
Citrus
Aldehydic
Fresh
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotGrapefruit zestLemonMandarin Orange
HyacinthAldehydesGalbanumBergamotNeroli
Heart
HoneysuckleJasmineCarnationIrisLily of the ValleyRose
CloveJasmineIrisLily of the ValleyRoseYlang-YlangRaspberry
Base
OakmossPatchouliSandalwoodVetiverBlack Licorice
OakmossBenzoinLeatherMuskCedarSandalwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Quartz | Shocking You | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
Quartz presents its character directly. There's something mineral and clear about it that sets it apart from many fragrances. The citrus opening is quick and bright.Quartz
The aldehydic lift is a 70s signature, not everyone wants that sparkle. But for those who crave green florals with real backbone, it is exactly the provocation worth wearing.Shocking You
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Quartz | Shocking You | |
|---|---|---|
| 3.4 oz | $20.99fragrancenet | — |
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