Question 1

What's the difference between L'Essentiel and Le Male?

Accepted Answer

L'Essentiel is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rituals (2022) dominated by Woody accords. Le Male is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Jean Paul Gaultier (1995) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 3 accords: Warm Spicy, Powdery, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, L'Essentiel or Le Male?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, L'Essentiel scores 4.06/5 vs Le Male at 4.01/5. Le Male's standout strength: Sweet, warm, and addictive scent profile that appeals to many. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do L'Essentiel and Le Male smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Le Male: Le Male Le Parfum è un profumo divisivo con una base di fan devoti che amano il suo carattere dolce e caldo e la sua proiezione intensa, ma anche detrattori significativi che lo trovano eccessivamente zuccheroso, generico e privo di sofisticatezza.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, L'Essentiel or Le Male?

Accepted Answer

Le Male: Excellent projection and sillage performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits L'Essentiel vs Le Male?

Accepted Answer

L'Essentiel scores highest for fall wear; Le Male scores highest for winter wear. L'Essentiel leans evening, Le Male leans evening.

L'Essentiel vs Le Male

Riepilogo del confronto

Esclusive di Le Male (13)

Accordi in comune (3)

Domande frequenti

Polso del sentimento della comunità — Le Male

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Attributo	L'Essentiel	Le Male
Marchio	Rituals	Jean Paul Gaultier
Anno	2022	1995
Valutazione	4.06	4.01
Concentrazione	—	—
Genere	feminine	masculine
Note totali	0	13