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Eau de parfum

Dsquared² Potion

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Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

Identity and Release History

Dsquared² Potion is a bold male fragrance released in 2011 that embodies the alternative luxury of the Italian brand Dsquared².

The perfume is part of the Potion collection, highlighting the bold spirit that the world has known since 1994 thanks to the Canadian twin founders.

This release became part of the brand's evolution, combining Milanese elegance with rebellious energy, making it notable in the Dsquared² lineup.

Pyramid and Evolution

The Potion fragrance unfolds as a complex composition that begins with fresh and spicy chords, gradually transitioning into a warm and sensual base.

The top notes, including angelica, mint, and thyme, create an invigorating start, while the heart is enriched with spices and floral accents, and the base envelops with woody and amber notes, ensuring depth and longevity.

Positioning and Wearability

Dsquared² Potion is positioned as a male fragrance, but its universal character can attract those who appreciate bold compositions.

It is released in the concentration of perfume water, which provides moderate longevity and a medium trail, ideal for daily use or special occasions.

For those looking for similar options, it's worth paying attention to Lalique Perles De Lalique, Dsquared² Potion For Women, and Calvin Klein Obsession for Men.

Creators and Influence

The creation of this fragrance was worked on by the famous perfumer Annick Menardo, whose experience in creating bold and innovative compositions gives Potion a unique character.

Her involvement highlights Dsquared²'s pursuit of high quality and artistic expression, strengthening the brand's reputation as a pioneer in the world of alternative luxury.

The fragrance belongs to the fougère and woody families, reflecting its classic foundation with a modern twist.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and boys
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 Dsquared² Potion begins with the top notes: angelica, mint and thyme, which create a fresh and spicy start.

In the heart of the composition, black pepper, cinnamon, gentian and rose are unveiled, adding warmth and floral elegance.

The base consists of ambergris, cashmeran, patchouli and musk, which provides a long-lasting and sensual finish, perfectly matching the bold spirit of the brand.

Perfumers

Gender Male
Brand Dsquared²
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country Canada
Website http://www.dsquared.com/
Year of production 2011
Status Discontinued
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder Euroitalia SRL

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Angelica
Angelica
Note photo Mint
Mint
Note photo Thyme
Thyme
Note photo Black Pepper
Black Pepper
Note photo Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Note photo Gentian
Gentian
Note photo Ambergris
Ambergris
Note photo Cashmeran
Cashmeran
Note photo Patchouli
Patchouli

Top notes

Angelica Mint Thyme

Heart notes

Black Pepper Cinnamon Gentian Rose

Base notes

Ambergris Cashmeran Patchouli musk

Families

Family Fern Fern
Family Wood Wood

Fragrance characteristics

based on 6 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
Complex and profound
3
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
67%
Unisex
17%
Female
17%
What kind of event
Date
17%
Wedding
17%
Sport
17%
Sleep
0%
For party
17%
For every day
17%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
0%
Theatre
17%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
0%
Spring
Spring
67%
Summer
Summer
17%
Autumn
Autumn
17%
For what style / mood
Casual
0%
Gala
50%
Classic
50%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
25%
18-25 years old
12%
26-35 years old
50%
36-45 years
12%
46+ years old
0%
Any
0%
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
0%
Enter the cloud
33%
1-2 atomisations
33%
2-3 atomisations
33%
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
20%
On the wrist
20%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
20%
Behind the ears
20%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
20%
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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
0%
Enter the cloud
33%
1-2 atomisations
33%
2-3 atomisations
33%
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
50%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
25%
Joy
0%
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
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
High quality
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The fragrance truly stands out with its uniqueness. It's simply indispensable in a perfume collection
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The fragrance turns out bitter-sweet and very intense. I feel how the rose, generously seasoned with spices, envelops me. It's just a magical potion that energizes! ✨
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On the skin, this scent feels too heavy, like it's pressing down. It's sweetish and viscous, the sillage lasts about two and a half hours, and then, apparently, you just get used to it or don't notice it. I can't say I disliked it completely, but there's no delight either. I doubt I'll buy it again
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The fragrance is truly amazing, it stands out from the rest. It's hard to describe, but I'll try. It's a bit bitter, with a slight sweetness, a dryness is felt but not too much. Spicy, with a little sharpness, and the resinous notes are complemented by some green freshness at the beginning. It's not just fresh herbs and not dried ones, something in between, but very interesting. The name fully reflects its essence. Potion. This scent seems to bewitch. It became a real discovery for me. I walk, and it seems to follow me, and I want to inhale this mystery again and again. The advertising poster, by the way, perfectly conveys its atmosphere. A truly languid scent of seduction. I really liked this perfume 🌟
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A few hours after application, you'll feel the scent of propolis enveloping you, and something else appears in the background, hard to say what, but it reminds of pleasant woody notes. The fragrance is truly inviting, it's like it hugs you, creating an atmosphere of coziness and comfort. There's something heartfelt and proper about it. I can confidently recommend it.)))
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This fragrance immediately brought to mind Ford's Tobacco Vanille, but here, a sharp musky accord changes everything, giving it a strict masculine vibe. I didn't appreciate it on my skin, even though I usually like musk. I gave it to my brother for his birthday, I hope it suits him. Honestly, overall, this is probably the best thing this brand has created, for both men and women… 😔
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I recently bought this fragrance, and it just blew me away! Rich, with a spicy character, it has a slight bitterness and almost no sillage. It seems a bit brutal, but it will definitely appeal to those who are free-spirited and love nature - forests, hunting, and fishing. The composition is truly high-quality, nothing like those faceless fragrances that are currently at the peak of fashion. Here you can feel the forest, wild nature, and fresh wood. And the patchouli is simply magnificent - with a light earthy undertone, rich and deep. This is a real find! :)
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