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Score
79/100

Roja Parfums

Creation-E EDP

2019

Rich, unhurried complexity from a perfumer who simply doesn't make concessions.

Creation-E
warm spicy
woody
vanilla

The take

What works

  • Patchouli-rose-iris structure is beautifully balanced
  • Broad seasonal range for a Roja — actually wearable across contexts
  • Develops on skin over hours

Trade-offs

  • Price remains very hard to justify versus alternatives
  • Multiple excellent alternatives at a quarter the cost

Notes

Top

Rose de MaiRose de MaiBergamotBergamotGeraniumGeranium

Mid

HeliotropeHeliotropePepperPepperGingerGingerCardamomCardamomJasmineJasmineNeroliNeroli

Base

CognacCognacBenzoinBenzoinTobaccoTobaccoVanillaVanillaPatchouliPatchouliSandalwoodSandalwoodAmbergrisAmbergris

Performance

Longevity
8–10 hours
Projection
Across a table
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring51%
Summer18%
Fall98%
Winter100%
Day45%
Night92%

Occasions

Date nightSpecial occasionOffice

Gender

Leans masculine
$350–$700Overpriced
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Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's a cheaper alternative to Creation-E?

Calvin Klein CK Obsession for Men EDT matches at 100% similarity in our database. $85–$130 vs $350–$700 — it captures most of the DNA at a fraction of the price. Not identical, but the gap is smaller than the price difference suggests.

What does Creation-E smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Bvlgari Bvlgari Man in Black EDP (100%), Roja Parfums Enigma Pour Homme (82%), Giorgio Armani Armani Code Profumo (67%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does Creation-E last?

8–10 hours on most skin (excellent longevity at 88/100) with strong projection.

When should you wear Creation-E?

Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning. Suited to date night, special occasion, office.

Is Creation-E worth it?

At $350–$700, fine — with caveats. Patchouli-rose-iris structure is beautifully balanced. Broad seasonal range for a Roja — actually wearable across contexts.

Details

Perfumer
Roja Dove