EDT, EDP and extrait de parfum – what's the difference?
Perfume bottles often say EDT, EDP or extrait de parfum. The label tells you how much perfume oil the scent contains, which affects how full it is and how long it lasts.
What does the concentration mean?
A perfume is made of perfume oil, alcohol and sometimes a little water. The concentration is the share of perfume oil. The higher the share, the more scent in every spray.
The concentrations compared
The limits are not fixed and vary between makers, so treat the figures as a guide.
| Name | Abbreviation | Share of perfume oil, roughly |
|---|---|---|
| Eau de cologne | EDC | 2–5% |
| Eau de toilette | EDT | 5–15% |
| Eau de parfum | EDP | 15–20% |
| Extrait de parfum | Parfum | 20–40% |
What difference does it make?
A higher concentration gives a fuller, rounder scent that tends to last longer. An eau de toilette often feels lighter and airier. How long a scent lasts also depends on its notes: heavy base notes such as vanilla, amber and oud last longer than light citrus notes.
Why all our scents are extrait de parfum
Every Amara Odores scent is extrait de parfum with 30% perfume oil. That gives a full scent with clear notes through the whole scent pyramid. See all our inspired perfumes or build a trio with any three scents.
How much should you spray?
With an extrait, two to four sprays on the pulse points, such as the neck, behind the ears and the wrists, is usually enough. You'll find more tips in our FAQ.
Amara Odores is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the brands mentioned. The names are used only to describe the scent profile. Our perfumes are original compositions, not copies.