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Home Fragrances Dsquared² Potion Potion For Women
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Eau de parfum

Dsquared² Potion For Women

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Gender:
Female
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Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

Identity and Release History

In 2012, the world of perfumery was enriched by the daring and sensual fragrance Dsquared² Potion For Women, which became the jewel in the Potion collection.

This release, created under the guidance of the talented perfumer Christine Nagel, reflects the alternative luxury and bold spirit of the brand, born from Canadian twins in the heart of Milan.

Released in a year when fashion and fragrances merged in a unique dance, Potion For Women quickly won the hearts of connoisseurs, offering a modern interpretation of the classic Chypre and Floral families.

Positioning and Character

Potion For Women is a women's fragrance in the Eau de Parfum concentration, designed for self-confident girls who appreciate the balance between tenderness and strength.

Its medium trail leaves a subtle but memorable mark, ideal for daily wear or special occasions.

For optimal development, pointwise application on the skin is recommended so that the notes smoothly intertwine with the natural warmth of the body, and to step into a cloud when spraying on clothing, creating a light aura around you.

Authorship and Influence

The creative genius of Christine Nagel gave Potion For Women unique depth, combining modern chords with traditional elements.

Her work strengthened the reputation of Dsquared² as a brand that is not afraid to experiment while maintaining elegance and charisma.

This fragrance has become a symbol of new-generation femininity, inspiring bold actions and highlighting individuality.

Similar Fragrances for Inspiration

If you liked Potion For Women, be sure to try these similar compositions: Eisenberg Secret III Voile de Chypre, Lanvin Arpège, and Burberry Society.

Each offers its own perspective on femininity and chypre-floral motifs, expanding your perfume palette.

More than 84% of users recommend this fragrance!
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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Girls and women
Middle fragrance longevity

The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression

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Sillage
Middle

It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you

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Style
Solemn

The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image

Solemn
Concentration
Eau de parfum

A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail

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Fragrance seasonality
Autumn - Winter

Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The note pyramid of Potion For Women begins with a sparkling chord of bergamot, tender violet and juicy blackberry, creating a fresh and fruity start.

In the heart of the composition, elegant jasmine and lily-of-the-valley unfold, complemented by green notes of rhubarb and romantic rose, adding depth and floral harmony.

The base of the fragrance wraps with warm and sensual accents of amber, patchouli, sweet vanilla and delicate musk, ensuring longevity and completeness of the image.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Dsquared²
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country Canada
Website http://www.dsquared.com/
Year of production 2012
Status Discontinued
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder Euroitalia SRL

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Bergamot
Bergamot
Note photo Violet
Violet
Note photo blackberry
blackberry
Note photo Jasmine
Jasmine
Note photo Lily of the Valley
Lily of the Valley
Note photo Rhubarb
Rhubarb
Note photo Ambergris
Ambergris
Note photo Patchouli
Patchouli
Note photo Vanilla
Vanilla

Top notes

Bergamot Violet blackberry

Heart notes

Jasmine Lily of the Valley Rhubarb Rose

Base notes

Ambergris Patchouli Vanilla musk

Families

Family Chypre Chypre
Family Floral Floral

Fragrance characteristics

based on 12 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
8%
Unisex
17%
Female
75%
What kind of event
Date
33%
Wedding
0%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
0%
For every day
0%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
33%
Theatre
0%
Office
33%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
25%
Spring
Spring
25%
Summer
Summer
21%
Autumn
Autumn
29%
For what style / mood
Casual
25%
Gala
0%
Classic
25%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
25%
Sporty
25%
For what age
under 18
16%
18-25 years old
21%
26-35 years old
26%
36-45 years
16%
46+ years old
5%
Any
16%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
50%
Enter the cloud
17%
1-2 atomisations
17%
2-3 atomisations
17%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
0%
On the wrist
25%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
0%
Behind the ears
25%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
25%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
25%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
17%
Enter the cloud
50%
1-2 atomisations
17%
2-3 atomisations
17%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
25%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
38%
Euphoria
12%
Passion
12%
Joy
12%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
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Bottle
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Spray
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Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
Excellent quality
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The scent is simply amazing, you can feel berries and a light powdery note in it. The longevity is excellent, I think it will perfectly add coziness to autumn days at work 🍂
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How pleasant it was to open this little bottle! At first it seems simple, but inside hides a true masterpiece. The scent is simply magical: warm, delicate, and yet long-lasting. You can feel a light blackberry with violets, and powdery notes add a special touch. And even a little rhubarb! A true delight! 🌸
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The fresh and slightly tart composition is truly pleasing. It doesn't have many unique analogues. Its lightness and unobtrusiveness make it an excellent choice for office work. This is exactly what you need to stay focused and still feel comfortable
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The bottle really stands out, and the fragrance is delightful. It's perfect for foggy autumn days, with a berry trail and floral notes creating the atmosphere. Longevity is excellent, the scent is rich and dense ))
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Rose with some sour berry and unobtrusive greenery. Honestly, the scent is not impressive. Sweetish, yes, but too bright and intrusive. Longevity, of course, is there, but the sillage... it just overwhelms your mind!!
4/5
4
This fragrance for me is berries and rose. Pleasant, long-lasting, and doesn't resemble compote at all
4/5
4
I didn't notice anything toxic. The fragrance is indeed bright and rich, sweet-fresh, with a vanilla note at its base. Floral accents predominate, and I really liked that 🌸
5/5
5
This sweetish smoky incense with notes of vanilla and wood is simply mesmerizing! It acts on me like real magic, like a potion that envelops and relaxes 🌟
3/5
3
The scent opens with bright berries and violets, with the freshness of bergamot. The tartness of rhubarb adds interest, and lily of the valley brings lightness. Then it transitions into a more powdery note with rose and woody accents. It's quite suitable for autumn 🌟
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5
This fragrance attracted me completely unexpectedly. I accidentally overheard a saleswoman in the store talking about it enthusiastically and decided it was worth trying. And I wasn't wrong! She remarked: "On the skin, it unfolds simply amazingly!" The scent is truly magical! It's soft, not overwhelming, warm, and captivating! 🌸
3/5
3
The longevity and sillage are simply impressive! 😍 The scent from the bottle and on the blotter also pleased me. But the composition, though pleasant, is too simple in my opinion. It barely develops, lacking the playfulness one would want to see. To be honest, I'd give it a 2 or 3 out of 5. There's a plus though - no chemical notes, which is nice. You can wear it, but I probably won't
2/5
2
I bought it, hoping for the advertised concentration, thinking it wasn't just ordinary eau de toilette. But in reality, it seems it's just a marketing trick. The perfume isn't long-lasting, and it's also too simple. How sad it is to realize that expectations weren't met… 😔
4/5
4
The scent is really pleasant, it creates a feeling that there's something special about it that emphasizes femininity))) It's sweet and sour with powdery notes. On a blotter, it unfolds differently. The longevity is quite good - it lasts a whole workday, which is nice. By the way, there's quite a lot of musk in it
4/5
4
Finally, I got it 😊 It's autumn outside, just like for you, and this fragrance really warms me up. Honestly though, I don't smell any blackberry or rhubarb, just violet, vanilla, and wood. The wood, by the way, is the most prominent. All in all, I'm enjoying it and can't get enough!
3/5
3
This fragrance is certainly powdery and delicate, but don't think it's characterless. There's something in it - tart blackberry breaking through all that creamy tenderness. But, honestly, I can't say it's truly harmonious. The sillage is sweet, yes, but it feels more imposing than alluring. Longevity? Yes, it's truly impressive - it lasts a whole workday, but sometimes it's just too much. Coming home, you still smell it, and it starts to get annoying 😤
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