Shopping for perfumes doesn’t have to be confusing. You can quickly get an idea of the type of fragrance you are dealing with simply by looking at the perfume concentration.
The rule of thumb is easy: the higher the perfume concentration — or the percentage of the perfume oil used — the longer it will last, but the more expensive the perfume.
Choosing the right perfume concentration comes down to personal preference: Do you like a light and breezy eau de toilette that won’t break the bank, or do you prefer a stronger, longer-lasting eau de perfume and don’t mind the higher price tag? You can expect an eau de toilette (EDT) to contain around 8% perfume oil, an eau de parfum (EDP) 20%, and an extrait de parfum 30%.
But don’t worry…we’ve listed some of the most popular eau de toilettes and eau de parfums to help you find the right perfume concentration fast!
Iconic eau de toilettes that can become more intense
These celebrated eau de toilettes are ultra-popular, but did you know they are also available in more intense eau de parfum versions?
1. Versace Bright Crystal EDT
Versace Bright Crystal EDT is one of the most iconic eau de toilettes of all time. The scent charms with a light floral bouquet of peony, lotus, and magnolia. But…Versace understands that the airiness of an eau de toilette may not be for everyone, which led to the birth of Versace Bright Crystal Absolu EDP. The eau de parfum version takes the original as its inspiration but is a richer, more decadent take featuring a higher perfume concentration that includes an extra, indulgent raspberry note. Try Versace Bright Crystal EDT or Versace Bright Crystal Absolu EDP NOW!
2. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue EDT
Light Blue eau de toilette is as iconic as they come. The lightness of the perfume concentration perfectly embodies the Mediterranean breeze and the brightness of fresh lemon that serves as inspiration for the scent. The fragrance is synonymous with a summer’s day in Capri, featuring unforgettable aromas like apple and cedar. But if your journey to the South of Italy takes a more sensual turn, you’ll love the higher perfume concentration of Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue EDP Intense. The eau de parfum version enhances the timeless original with modern accents, painting the Mediterranean a deeper shade of blue with an intense floral bouquet and warm woods. Try Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue EDT NOW!
3. Burberry Brit For Her EDT
Burberry Brit For Her EDT is a timeless and celebrated eau de toilette — but did you know that this acclaimed fragrance was preceded by its eau de parfum version? Burberry Brit For Her EDP was addictive from the start, with aromas of sugared almonds and mesmerizing vanilla. However, the ultra-popular eau de toilette perfume concentration stole the show with its lightness and additional notes of lemongrass. Both perfume concentrations are complete crowd-pleasers, but the EDT is the long-standing favorite! Try Burberry Brit For Her EDT NOW!
4. Narciso Rodriguez For Her EDT
Narciso Rodriguez For Her EDT charmed the fragrance industry with its modern take on musk. The eau de toilette was launched more than 20 years ago and pioneered a new type of chypre — a chypre musk. The award-winning scent reached iconic status and became many women’s signature scent. The popularity naturally led to a demand for a version with a higher perfume concentration. Enter: Narciso Rodriguez For Her EDP. The eau de parfum deepens the award-winning aromas of the original, adding an alluring touch. The eau de parfum stays true to the original with its hypnotic signature musk accord but adds pink florals and amber for extra punch. Try Narciso Rodriguez For Her EDP NOW!
Eau de parfums that bring the drama
Get all the drama you want — and more! — from these irresistible eau de parfums that turn up the dial on their perfume concentrations to become even more intense…
1. Dolce & Gabbana The One EDP
From the very first time women smelled Dolce & Gabbana The One EDP, they were captivated. The aromas of this eau de parfum were irresistible, featuring an iconic blend of vanilla, rose, and mandarin. But for some, The One EDP was simply not intense enough! The One’s timeless allure gets even more intoxicating with the launch of Dolce & Gabbana The One Gold EDP Intense. This new version of The One EDP increases the original’s intensity with a higher perfume concentration, featuring notes of deep plum and jasmine. Both scents are complete showstoppers with their old-world drama and timeless appeal. Try Dolce & Gabbana The One EDP NOW!
2. Parfums de Marly Delina EDP
Delina EPD is Parfums de Marly’s top-selling female fragrance, and now, the universally adored fragrance is available in a more intense parfum version. Delina Exclusive Parfum features the same aromas of Damascena rose as the original, but this time, adds incense and vetiver to the formula for impact. You will love this exceptional version if you like a fragrance that maximizes its perfume concentration with elevated fragrance notes. Try Parfums de Marly Delina Exclusive NOW!
3. Room 1015 Cherry Punk EDP
The indie perfume house Room 1015 had such a hit on their hands with their eau de parfum Cherry Punk that an even more intense version was immediately on the cards. Cherry Punk Extrait de Parfum embodies its perfume concentration by taking the original’s decadent aromas to a new level. The extrait de parfum intensifies the spicy notes like saffron and pepper, and heightens the appeal of the leather and tonka bean aromas — while staying true to the original, audacious cherry accord. Try Room 1015 Cherry Punk EDP and Cherry Punk Extrait de Parfum NOW!
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