First Instinct Blue Eau de Parfum vs Raaqi Eau de Parfum

First Instinct Blue

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2018	Year	-
££	Price Tier	£

Raaqi

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - First Instinct Blue

A solid, approachable 'blue' scent with mass appeal, especially at discounter prices. Don't expect beast-mode performance; this is a fleeting but pleasant experience often compared to Dylan Blue or the A&F classic Fierce.

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Our Verdict - Raaqi

This is an absolute bargain of a fragrance. If you're after a budget-friendly Azzaro Wanted alternative that performs like a heavyweight, Raaqi is the one. It's a sweet, fresh crowd-pleaser, perfect for those who want to smell good without breaking the bank. Just watch out for that cap.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	12%
Floral	7%	9%
Fruity	12%	8%
Green	17%	16%
Sweet	20%	17%
Warm	23%	19%
Woody	13%	17%
Earthy	5%	7%
Animalic	2%	1%
Fresh	23%	29%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

First Instinct Blue EdP

Raaqi EdP

Notes

Only in First Instinct Blue

Apple 44% Bergamot 32% Cardamom 23%

Only in Raaqi

Lavender 31% Lemon 28% Mint 22% Ginger 20%

Only in First Instinct Blue

Lavender 41% Rosemary 31% Pepper 27%

Only in Raaqi

Apple 34% Cardamom 26% Juniper 22% Geranium 18%

Shared Notes

Tonka Bean 32% vs 36%

Only in First Instinct Blue

Sandalwood 36% Amber 31%

Only in Raaqi

Amberwood 35% Vetiver 28%

Accords

First Instinct Blue Raaqi

100%

Fresh Spicy

73%

94%

Aromatic

100%

60%

Fruity

71%

66%

Warm Spicy

70%

65%

Lavender

58%

49%

Fresh

65%

63%

Woody

58%

47%

Green

58%

52%

Amber

58%

56%

Citrus

52%

Fresh Spicy shared

100%

73%

Aromatic shared

94%

100%

Fruity shared

60%

71%

Warm Spicy shared

66%

70%

Lavender shared

65%

58%

Fresh shared

49%

65%

Woody shared

63%

58%

Green shared

47%

58%

Amber shared

52%

58%

Citrus shared

56%

52%

Performance

First Instinct Blue Raaqi

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

First Instinct Blue

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its clean, fresh, and inoffensive profile makes it excellent for office and casual wear, including the gym. The general consensus on its poor longevity and sillage makes it unsuitable for formal events and less ideal for dates where you want the scent to last.

Raaqi

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office

Raaqi is a versatile all-rounder suitable for most situations, especially casual and date nights where its fresh, sweet appeal shines. Though it performs well, some users find it can be cloying in high heat, making it less ideal for formal settings or overheated offices. It's often recommended for younger men and socialising.