Eau de Parfum
Also known as: EDP
A fragrance concentration category, abbreviated EDP, generally more concentrated than Eau de Toilette. A common shopping range is around 15–20%, though brands and products vary.
Eau de Parfum, or EDP, generally denotes a higher fragrance concentration than Eau de Toilette. The Perfume Shop uses 15–20% as an approximate range; that range is a guide to the category rather than the disclosed formula of every EDP.
Concentration is the share of fragrance concentrate in the finished product, often carried in alcohol and water. It is separate from projection, which describes how much scent you notice around the wearer, and longevity, which describes how long it remains detectable.
When an EDP sits beside an EDT or Parfum in the same line, read each description. As the Perfume Society explains, different concentrations may have different notes. A sweeter EDP or a woodier EDT could be the deciding difference for you.
Compare samples through their opening and drydown, using an amount suited to where you plan to wear them. If you prefer the EDP, choose a size that fits your use and budget. The name provides a starting point; your preference for the full composition makes the choice.
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