Lancome Idole Le Parfum Travel Spray vs Lancôme La Vie Est Belle L'Elixir

Both are Lancôme eau de parfums rated 4.8, so the choice comes down to scent direction and size. Idôle is a fresh musky chypre floral with rose, jasmine and pear, sold here as a 0.34 oz travel spray. La Vie Est Belle L'Elixir is a warm gourmand with raspberry, violet leaf, rose absolute and cocoa butter, in a full 3.4 oz bottle. Buy Idôle to try the scent or carry it in a bag; buy L'Elixir if you already know you want a warm, sweet floral and want a full bottle. Owners of La Vie Est Belle line praise its longevity and projection; Idôle reviewers call it clean and easy to wear but lighter.

• Choose the Idôle travel spray if you want a fresh rose-jasmine scent in a small bottle for your bag or to test before committing.
• Choose the La Vie Est Belle L'Elixir if you prefer a warm, sweet gourmand floral and want a full-size bottle for daily wear.