Question 1

What's the difference between Absolute Ego and Gypsy Water?

Accepted Answer

Absolute Ego is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from CIEL Parfum (2015) dominated by Aromatic accords. Gypsy Water is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byredo (2008) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Citrus, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Absolute Ego or Gypsy Water?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Absolute Ego scores 4.50/5 vs Gypsy Water at 3.99/5. Gypsy Water's standout strength: Pleasant, unique scent profile with juniper and musky woody notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Absolute Ego and Gypsy Water smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Citrus, Woody, Bergamot. Gypsy Water: Gypsy Water is appreciated by fragrance enthusiasts for its distinctive scent profile and interesting composition, though it suffers from inconsistent longevity across wearers.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Absolute Ego or Gypsy Water?

Accepted Answer

Gypsy Water: Good performance and longevity for some wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Absolute Ego vs Gypsy Water?

Accepted Answer

Absolute Ego scores highest for winter wear; Gypsy Water scores highest for all seasons wear. Absolute Ego leans daytime, Gypsy Water leans daytime.

Absolute Ego vs Gypsy Water

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Absolute Ego (8)

Uniek voor Gypsy Water (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Gypsy Water

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Eigenschap	Absolute Ego	Gypsy Water
Merk	CIEL Parfum	Byredo
Jaar	2015	2008
Beoordeling	4.50	3.99
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	masculine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	10