The line, compared

Every Potion, compared

4 fragrances in Dsquared2’s Potion line, from 2011 to 2013. Ratings, lasting power and season come from wearers’ votes; accords show what each one adds to the original.

Most worn: Potion1,482 ratings
Highest rated: Potion Royal Black4.24 of 5
Longest lasting: Potion Royal Black7.4 of 10

The original

Potion

Launched: 2011
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Rating: 4.15 · 1,482 ratings
Lasting power: 5.8 of 10
Best in: fall, winter

Leads with amber, warm spicy, musky.

Potion DSQUARED² for women

Launched: 2012
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Rating: 3.80 · 763 ratings
Lasting power: 5.8 of 10
Best in: fall
Most wearers say: feminine

Adds fruity and sponsored and powdery to the original's profile.

Potion Royal Black

Launched: 2013
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Rating: 4.24 · 601 ratings
Lasting power: 7.4 of 10
Best in: winter, fall
Most wearers say: masculine

Adds smoky and sponsored and rose to the original's profile.

Potion Blue Cadet

Launched: 2013
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Rating: 3.67 · 239 ratings
Lasting power: 5.2 of 10
Best in: summer, spring

Adds citrus and sponsored to the original's profile.