L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume vs You — Fragrance Comparison | Fraganty
L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume vs You
Side-by-side comparison of L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume by Diptyque and You by Glossier
Diptyque
feminine
4.20(10)
Accords
Glossier
2017feminine
4.14(8,983)
Accords
Comparison Summary
Shared Accords (2)
PowderyFloral
Attribute
L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume
You
Brand
Diptyque
Glossier
Year
—
2017
Rating
4.20
4.14
Concentration
—
—
Gender
feminine
feminine
Total Notes
0
0
Community Sentiment Pulse — You
Mixed
96 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
5.2
/10
Glossier You is divisive in the fragrance community, primarily due to its post-reformulation performance. While the scent profile itself receives praise for being pleasant and wearable, the drastically reduced longevity (often just minutes to hours) makes it a poor value at its premium price point. Performance varies significantly between individuals, with some reporting all-day wear while others describe it as a fleeting whisper, creating widespread frustration about quality control.
Positive
Pleasant, appealing scent profile with subtle skin scent quality
Good for those who prefer non-projecting fragrances
Performs well on some individuals despite reformulation
Receives genuine compliments from others hours after application
Negative
Severe longevity issues post-reformulation (2 minutes to 1 hour for many users)
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume and You?+
L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Diptyque (undated) dominated by Yellow Floral accords. You is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Glossier (2017) leaning on Musky accords. They share 2 accords: Powdery, Floral.
Yellow Floral
100%
Powdery
67%
Floral
44%
Sweet
33%
Green
17%
Honey
11%
Best: Spring (100%)Day (100%)
Musky
100%
Iris
85%
Amber
59%
Powdery
51%
Soft Spicy
49%
Violet
42%
Best: Spring (90%)Day (100%)
Which is better, L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume or You?
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By community rating, L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume scores 4.20/5 vs You at 4.14/5. You's standout strength: Pleasant, appealing scent profile with subtle skin scent quality. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume and You smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. You: Glossier You is divisive in the fragrance community, primarily due to its post-reformulation performance.
Which lasts longer, L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume or You?+
You: Receives genuine compliments from others hours after application Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume vs You?+
L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume scores highest for spring wear; You scores highest for spring wear. L'Eau Papier Solid Perfume leans daytime, You leans daytime.
Poor longevity for the high price point ($72-100)
Inconsistent performance across product formats and individuals
Reformulation widely considered inferior to original formula
