Quick answer: EDT, EDP, and Parfum all describe fragrance concentration — the percentage of pure fragrance oil dissolved in alcohol and water. EDT (Eau de Toilette) is lightest at 5–15% oil, EDP (Eau de Parfum) is 15–20%, and Parfum (Extrait de Parfum) is the most concentrated at 20% and above. Higher concentration means longer wear, not necessarily better quality.
Every fragrance label carries this small abbreviation most people never think about. It looks like a technical detail. It isn’t. It’s the single biggest factor in how long a scent lasts on your skin.
It’s about concentration, not quality
These letters describe how much actual fragrance oil is dissolved in the bottle, versus alcohol and water. More oil means a stronger, longer-lasting scent — not a ‘better’ one. A well-made EDT can still be excellent; it’s simply lighter.
Eau de Toilette (EDT)
Roughly 5–15% fragrance oil. Light, often used for daytime wear, and usually needs reapplying after a few hours.
Eau de Parfum (EDP)
Roughly 15–20% fragrance oil. Stronger projection, and typically lasts 6–10 hours without reapplication — which is why most modern fragrance houses, including WESAAL, build around this concentration.
Parfum / Extrait de Parfum
20% and above. The most concentrated and longest-lasting, often applied more sparingly since a little goes a long way.
Why it matters when you’re choosing
If a fragrance “disappeared” on you within an hour, the concentration may be the real reason — not the scent itself. Knowing the letters on the label tells you what to expect before you even open the bottle.
All four WESAAL fragrances — VORTEX, VERTIGO, VELVET, VALOUR — are Eau de Parfum concentration, chosen specifically so a single application carries through a full day.