It comes down to one number: how much actual fragrance oil is in the bottle.

Eau de parfum typically holds 15-20% aromatic oil against eau de toilette’s 5-15%. More oil means more aromatic material available to evaporate slowly over time, rather than disappearing within the first couple of hours. It isn’t about better ingredients — it’s a straightforward matter of concentration.

What this means practically

  • EDP is the safer bet if you want a fragrance to survive a full workday without reapplication.
  • EDT is fine for shorter outings, or when you’re happy to reapply, or when you specifically want a lighter touch.

Frequently asked questions

Can EDT ever outlast EDP?

In rare cases, if the EDT is built on unusually heavy base notes and the EDP is light and citrus-forward — but as a general rule, higher concentration wins on longevity.

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