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The answer is probably: Simone Andreoli.

For me, Tulum Junglescape is so far the scent that embodies green tea the most. In Imagination, Wūlóng Chá Extrait de Parfum and similar fragrances, the tea only comes to the forefront over time - with Junglescape, it is there immediately.

A blend of green tea with light, tropical fruits, not overly sweetened at all, and infused with green, fresh leaves.

For me, the fragrance doesn’t scream summer so much, but is very versatile.

Sillage and longevity are okay and fall somewhere in the standard range (7-8 points). But more cannot be expected.

All in all, a very successful release and a great addition to the mostly refreshing collection from Simone Andreoli!

The bottle says it all. It comes in a bright yellow, but it doesn’t look cheap at all - Kinetic stays true to its line, it just fell into the color pot.

After the first videos from Exsence 2025 and Duftbunker, I was impressed - and that feeling didn’t fade when the fragrance arrived at my place.

You won't find any Klostein vibes here. What often stands out in the top notes of fresh, lemony fragrances is simply absent.

Instead, the scent feels much more like a creamy lemon ice cream, not at all zesty, just delicious.

Now, at 15 degrees, it doesn’t feel wrong to wear the scent - how will it be in the summer then? For me, it’s very versatile, suitable for everyday wear, sports, even in the office during summer, at the beach - maybe even in the club.

Throughout the scent development, it remains very soft and gentle, radiating less and simply being a nose pleaser.

Longevity on my skin isn’t out of this world, but a very solid 8 hours of wearability.

Probably one of the best releases for summer 2025 and the Kinetic brand!

I tested both fragrances simultaneously and on different days, as I was sure that the DNA had to find a place in my collection. I would like to share my subjective experiences with you:

Scent(-development):
Both fragrances are characterized by intense tea notes and a rather green citrus. Overall, the Wūlóng Chá Extrait de Parfum comes across to me as more citrusy, bitter, and greener than the Wūlóng Chá X - making it a fragrance that is more suitable for the very hot days of the year. On a summer evening or in spring or late summer, I would definitely reach for the Wūlóng Chá X instead.

Longevity and sillage:
The original lasts about 1-2 hours less on my skin, which is still perfectly fine at 5+ hours for a summer fragrance. This is probably due to the higher "freshness" and citrus of the scent, as the X appears significantly rounder and deeper. The sillage is a bit stronger at the beginning with the "Wūlóng Chá (Extrait de Parfum) | Nishane," but in general, neither fragrance is one that fills a room for long and becomes rather quickly perceivable close to the skin.

Conclusion:
For me, it has become the "Wūlóng Chá X | Nishane." The fragrances have an unmistakable similarity, but the X simply comes across as more mature, sophisticated, and higher quality, which definitely justifies the price difference. However, anyone looking for something for the really hot summer days won't go wrong with the Wūlóng Chá Extrait de Parfum!

I tested both fragrances simultaneously and on different days, as I was sure that the DNA had to find its way into my collection. I would like to share my subjective experiences with you:

Fragrance progression:
Both fragrances are characterized by tea notes and a citrusy aroma. With Wūlóng Chá (Original), I notice a distinctly sharper citrus and many more green notes than with the version with the X. Overall, the X feels a bit fruitier, milder, and more rounded to me than the original, making it more wearable in spring and cooler summer days, as well as in the evening hours.

Longevity and sillage:
Due to the greater depth of the X and the stronger tea and base notes, it lasts a bit longer on my skin than the original. Both are perfectly fine for a summer fragrance with a longevity of 5-7 hours, even if not outstanding. The sillage is initially a bit stronger with the OG, as the citrusy-green notes are much more pronounced. Generally, neither of them are fragrances that fill a room; they are rather subtle and perceived close to the skin.

Conclusion:
For me, it has become the "Wūlóng Chá X | Nishane." The fragrances have an unmistakable similarity, but the X simply feels more mature, sophisticated, and also more expensive, which definitely justifies the price difference. However, anyone looking for something for the really hot summer days will definitely not go wrong with the Wūlóng Chá Extrait de Parfum!

Right off the bat: The Spectre Malachite is a fragrance from the Maison Alhambra series by Lattafa and is therefore currently not available on Parfumo.

A comparison:
The God of Fire has a special citrus note, yet it feels very soft and close to the skin from the very beginning. The mango vibes feel like drinking a mango spritzer without extra sugar in an Italian garden during the early summer months. Nestled in nature, with lemon trees and the aroma of fresh spices that are anything but overpowering in the nose. The scent develops gently, and the fruitiness slowly fades over time.

The Spectre Malachite is often seen as a dupe of the GoF. When looking at the fragrance notes, one might think: Why, it lacks the mango? In my opinion, the Spectre Malachite actually smells much more intensely of mango than the GoF itself. It feels more like a really sweet, fruity mango lassi. Creamier, fruitier, more intense - much more forward. The development is clearly more linear, it remains sweeter and fruitier on the skin.

For me, these are two different fragrances with initially similar DNA. The GoF is certainly the more wearable scent throughout the day, but if you want to lean more towards Kirke, Erba Pura, or other creamy-fruity fragrances, the Spectre Malachite is definitely an exciting alternative.