EDP vs EDT vs Parfum — Which Concentration Is Right for You?

Eau de Toilette (EDT) — 5-10% Concentration

The most common format. Lasts 3-5 hours. Ideal for daily wear and professional settings. Projects moderately without overwhelming.

Eau de Parfum (EDP) — 15-20% Concentration

Lasts 5-8 hours. Projects confidently. The best choice for a fragrance that lasts through a full workday. The workhorse of serious fragrance wearers.

Parfum / Extrait — 20-40% Concentration

Pure fragrance intensity. Lasts 8-12+ hours. A tiny amount projects beautifully for hours. The highest-quality expression of any fragrance composition.

Which Should You Choose?

EDT for daily office wear. EDP for everyday signatures and evening wear. Parfum for your most cherished scents. Browse all concentrations at colognecapitol.com.

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