The differences between eau de toilette, eau de parfum, perfume extracts and perfume oils
Choosing a perfume is no easy task, especially with the variety of formats available. Eau de toilette, eau de parfum, perfume extract, perfume oil... Each type has its own specificities, and it's essential to understand their differences to find the one that suits you best.
Here's a quick guide to help you find your way around, with examples from our Elegance Emiratie range.
1. Eau de Toilette – Light and fresh 💨
Eau de toilette is ideal for a light, discreet fragrance that lingers throughout the day. With a fragrance oil concentration of approximately 5 to 15%, it's perfect for those looking for a fresh, subtly present scent that's not overpowering.
2. Eau de parfum – More intense and long-lasting 🌶️
Eau de parfum, with a concentration of scented oils between 15 and 20%, offers a more pronounced fragrance than eau de toilette. It unfolds throughout the day, offering a rich and subtly distinctive olfactory experience.
Satin Oud is an eau de parfum that offers a combination of Laos oud, Bulgarian rose and amber vanilla, providing a soft and enveloping fragrance.
Rifaaqat is an eau de parfum that strikes the perfect balance between intensity and elegance. Its deep, warm oriental notes make it an ideal choice for a workday or an evening out, without being too overpowering.
3. Perfume extract – Opulence and long-lasting 🔥
Perfume extract is the most concentrated and luxurious version of perfume. With a concentration of fragrance oils that can range from 20% to 40%, it offers a long-lasting scent and an incomparable olfactory richness. Just a few drops are enough to accompany you throughout the day.
Passiflora Oud , a precious perfume extract, offers intense concentration for exceptional hold, blending passion fruit, rose and deep woods.
Strictly Oud , An exceptional perfume extract, it offers a deep and opulent olfactory experience, with a lasting effect that lasts for hours. Ideal for special occasions or for those looking for a strong and distinctive fragrance.
4. Perfume Oils – Purity and Long Lasting ⏳
Perfume oils are an alternative to other formats, offering a high concentration of fragrance oils and a fragrance that can last all day. This format is highly prized for its purity and ability to evolve over time while remaining close to the skin.
Unlike other formats, perfume oils do not contain alcohol, making them more suitable for sensitive skin or those who prefer a more intimate and discreet experience. They are also very economical, as a small amount is enough to perfume the entire body.
Private Musk is a perfume oil that embodies the richness and depth of oriental scents. With a very high fragrance concentration, it delivers a pure and long-lasting olfactory experience, ideal for those looking for something intense and refined.
Mubarak is a perfume oil that celebrates the power and elegance of precious woods. Delicately blending Indian oud and Malaysian oud, this refined essence unveils a deep and captivating fragrance. Thanks to its high concentration, it offers long-lasting hold, ideal for lovers of intense and sophisticated woody scents.
In summary: Choose according to your preferences
- Eau de toilette : light, ideal for everyday fragrance.
- Eau de parfum : more intense and long-lasting, but subtle, like Rifaaqat and Satin Oud .
- Perfume Extract : Rich and opulent, perfect for special occasions, like Passiflora Oud and Strictly Oud .
- Perfume oil : pure, alcohol-free, and long-lasting, ideal for an intimate experience, such as Private Musk and Mubarak.
Whether you're looking for a light, everyday fragrance or an intense scent to make a lasting impression, Elegance Emiratie offers a range to suit all your desires. Try out different formats and find the one that will elegantly accompany you every day.
