Significant reformulations in perfumery happened in 2001, 2016, and 2023. For best results, you want to pursue the original formulation before it had a major reformulation. Here's the easiest way to find a good batch for your scent.

If your perfume was released before 2001- Search for boxes with a short ingredient list, usually five ingredients or less. (See pictures at the bottom of the page) Longer ingredient lists didn't appear on boxes until after 2001.

*After 2001 it's easier to trace your batch code  using a website like CheckFresh.

If your perfume was released between 2001-2016 check it's batch code. I would pursue batches made before 2016.

If your perfume was released between 2016-2023 check it's batch code. I would pursue batches made before 2023.