St. Incense vs Squid

St. Incense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mine Perfume Lab (2015) dominated by Amber accords. Squid is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Zoologist Perfumes (2019) leaning on Amber accords. They share 5 accords: Amber, Smoky, Balsamic, Woody.

By community rating, St. Incense scores 3.98/5 vs Squid at 3.97/5. Squid's standout strength: Unique salty, briny oceanic scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Amber, Smoky, Balsamic, Woody, Warm Spicy. Squid: Squid is a polarizing niche fragrance that successfully delivers on its oceanic, briny concept, but doesn't work well on all skin types—some find it transforms into unpleasant suntan lotion.

Squid: Good performance and longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

St. Incense scores highest for fall wear; Squid scores highest for fall wear. St. Incense leans evening, Squid leans evening.